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Radio 4,21 Apr 2026,28 mins
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In this episode Sue checks out Tawny Owls (not as wise as people make out), mischievous Mitten Crabs and a glamorous looking chicken that could feature on Ru Paul’s Drag Race. ‘Sue Perkins’ Nature Table - possibly the funniest “natural science” series, ever.’ Pick of the Week, The Telegraph Joining Sue Perkins at the Natural History Museum, this episode of the ARIA-winning ‘Show and Tell’ wildlife comedy features special guests: US comedian and film actor Rob Delaney (Mission Impossible and Catastrophe), the Natural History Museum’s Queen of Crustacea Miranda Lowe and zoologist Holly Dominique. Nature Table has a simple clear goal: to positively celebrate our planet’s wonderfully wild (and funny) flora and fauna in a fun accessible way... whilst always having a giggle. Hosted by: Sue Perkins Guests: Rob Delaney, Miranda Lowe and Holly Dominique. Written by: Jon Hunter and Jenny Laville. Additional material by: Jade Gebbie. Researcher: Catherine Beazley Executive Producer: James Robinson Sound Editor: Jerry Peal Music by: Ben Mirin Production Coordinator: Caroline Barlow & Sarah Nicholls Producer: Simon Nicholls A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.
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