Podcast Episodes
Back to Search
The Most Abundant Birds in North America
By August, most birds in North America have finished nesting, bringing billions of new birds into the world. So many birds. It might make you wonder:…
2 years, 7 months ago
The Best Nest
Some birds woo a mate by building the best nest. Males of many weaverbird species construct a series of intricately woven nests to impress a prospect…
2 years, 7 months ago
Andean Condors Soar for Hours Without Flapping
In the blue skies over the Andes Mountains, Andean Condors look majestic, with a ten-foot wingspan. While flying, according to researchers from Argen…
2 years, 7 months ago
Ospreys Never Stop Building
Ospreys are remarkable nest builders. Many reuse their massive stick nests from the previous year, but continue tinkering with it once the nesting se…
2 years, 7 months ago
Great Horned Owls in the Neighborhood
Not all owls live in the deep woods. Many Great Horned Owls make their homes in urban areas. Though mostly nocturnal, Great Horned Owls are also acti…
2 years, 7 months ago
Pheasants of Detroit
Because of its abundant open space, Detroit, Michigan has a thriving ring-necked pheasant population. The birds have endeared themselves to many by r…
2 years, 7 months ago
Finding the Links Between Plants and Birds
There are many great tools for identifying birds, some of them right on your phone. If you’re stumped on an unfamiliar plant species, iNaturalist is …
2 years, 7 months ago
Creating an Inviting Habitat
Bird feeders and birdbaths are great ways to attract birds to your yard, but they aren’t the only ways to entice our feathered friends. Planting an a…
2 years, 7 months ago
Blind Snakes and Screech-Owls
During the breeding season, when Eastern Screech-Owls capture the worm-like reptiles known as blind snakes, they deliver them to their chicks alive a…
2 years, 7 months ago
Chickadee Line-up
You'll find the Black-capped Chickadee across the northern US into Canada. The Carolina Chickadee holds sway in the Southeast. Hear the husky voice o…
2 years, 7 months ago