What does it take to save a species that is functionally extinct in the wild? Well, it turns out… a lot. Species conservation is not as simple as protecting ecosystems. In this episode, we explore how species and habitat conservation differ, using the story of the American Chestnut tree to illustrate how complex and multi-faceted species conservation can be. We had the pleasure of speaking with Jamie Van Clief, a staff scientist from The American Chestnut Foundation, about the strategies the foundation and its partners are employing to save this iconic native species from extinction. With an optimistic outlook, Jamie provides insight into the evolving world of chestnut conservation and what the future may hold for the American chestnut tree. 
For more information about the American Chestnut Foundation, please visit acf.org and follow them on Instagram @tacf1983 and Twitter @chestnut1904. 
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Guest: Jamie Van Clief
Written, produced, edited, and hosted by Mira Polishook, with help from Emily Nagamoto. Music: Coming Soon!

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