City Nature

Living on Earth

Snakes, crows and vultures might not be the most charismatic animal specimens, but writer Lisa Couturier says there’s much value to be found in these otherwise overlooked creatures. Host Steve Curwood talks with her about her new book, “The Hopes of Snakes and Other Tales from the Urban Landscape.”

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