Darren Croft
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Darren Croft has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Radiolab (Aug 2025). Darren Croft was referenced in the Radiolab episode "The Menopause Mystery" as an expert on orca behavior. He connects long-term behavioral data to the 'grandmother hypothesis' and discusses the roles of post-reproductive female orcas. His collaboration with Deborah Giles highlights their shared research on postmenopausal orcas, underscoring the significance of matriarchal figures in orca societies.
Professor of Animal Behavior at University of Exeter specializing in Animal behavior, Social networks in animals, Cetacean (orca) behavior and ecology.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Aug 2025 on Radiolab |
| Role | Professor of Animal Behavior |
| Affiliation | University of Exeter |
Who talks about Darren Croft on podcasts?
Molly Webster brought up Darren Croft; the most recent mention was Aug 2025 on Radiolab.
- The Menopause Mystery | Radiolab Podcast on Radiolab (Aug 2025) — Molly Webster
What is Darren Croft mentioned alongside?
Worked with: Deborah Giles