Podcast Episodes

What’s a Field of Grass to a Bird?

Although a field of grass might not seem like valuable habitat at first, many birds have adapted to nest in grassland habitats and nowhere else. In North America, birds such as the Bobolink seek out …

Published on 8 months ago

From Bobwhite Coveys to Pairs

Throughout winter, Northern Bobwhites gather in groups called coveys to search for food during the day and share warmth at night. These small quail arrange themselves in a circle, with their tails in…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

The Eagle Eye

Ever heard the term “eagle eye?” An eagle’s vision is incredibly sharp, and its eyes can weigh more than its brain. The secret to the bird’s exceptional vision is the density of visual cells – the ro…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

Nest Building

Want to try building a nest? Consider this... an average American Robin weighs less than three ounces. An average person weighs 170 pounds, or 1,000 times as much as a robin. A robin's nest, made of …

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

Music to Our Ears

One of Jessica Rugh Frantz’s favorite things about being the director of development at BirdNote is getting to hear from listeners about how much they love our programs. Listener support is what make…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

Hearing From BirdNote Listeners

We know for many listeners, BirdNote is part of your everyday routine. But don’t take our word for it. Let Michael and Mary Ann tell you what BirdNote means to them.

More info and transcript at BirdNo…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

Support the Things You Love

At BirdNote, we believe that the more that people learn about birds, the more likely they are to take steps to protect them. Listeners like you have supported BirdNote for 20 years. Support our Sprin…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

BirdNoir: The Mystery of Public Media Funding

In this episode of BirdNoir, the Private Eye gets a call from his pal Roy asking to know how BirdNote stays on the air. His wife says the show is funded by listener donations, but Roy can’t believe i…

Published on 8 months, 1 week ago

Short and Sweet!

We know you’ve got a busy schedule, which is why our team at BirdNote produces fun, sound-rich episodes about the natural world in less than two minutes each day. For 20 years, BirdNote has shared th…

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago

Adopt a Tree to Save the Birds

Many birds depend on caterpillars often found on trees lining city sidewalks. But few insects spend their whole lives on the tree: the next stage is in the leaves and soil under the tree. In cities, …

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago