Get the lowdown on the world’s smallest penguin. This episode is about the interesting world of the Little Penguins that live on Phillip Island. Paula Wasiak has worked at the Phillip Island Nature Parks since 2009. Primarily, she coordinates and conducts field data collection, supporting projects aimed at future-proofing penguin survival and unlocking the mysteries of the oceans. She also works with other seabirds when the needs arise. Paula completed her Bachelor of Science Honours looking at the role of calcium in the reproductive biology of Little Penguins. Named a Superstar of STEM in 2023/24, Paula loves sharing her knowledge with different audiences, from community groups to students, and occasionally on the radio and telly. Links: * Paula on Instagram - @paula_wasiak * Paula on TikTok - @paul.penguin * Paula on Threads - @paula_wasiak * Paula on Twitter/X - @paulawasiak * Paula’s Superstars of STEM profile - scienceandtechnologyaustralia.org.au/profile/paula-wasiak/ * Phillip Island Nature Parks website and socials - penguins.org.au * Penguin Foundation website and socials - penguinfoundation.org.au * Fire-retardant native plants used to protect Phillip Island’s Little Penguins - abc.net.au/news/2023-12-19/little-penguins-phillip-island-bushfire-heat-stress-conservation/103227806 * Little Penguin recording by Rob van Bemmelen (XC198156) - xeno-canto.org * Short-tailed Shearwater recording by Nick Talbot (XC177452) - xeno-canto.org Weekend Birder online: * Website, Monthly Letter and merch - weekendbirder.com * Instagram - @weekend.birder * Facebook - @weekend.birder * Threads - @weekend.birder * Twitter/X - @birderpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.