Talkin' Birds Radio Show
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A live, interactive radio show about birdwatching and conservation. Find listening options at our website: talkinbirds.com/listen
This short article is a crash course in vultures -- their behavior, their biological uniqueness, and their role in the ecosystem. If you think you don't like them, this article might change your mind.
#birds #vultures
#birds #vultures
Why do vultures circle?
Circling vultures aren't waiting for you to die, and seeing them should be a welcome sight because of the benefits they bring, experts say.
www.livescience.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
On our latest show (Nov. 23): Towhee vs Towhee Audio Postcards from California; Ohio’s EveryBody Birding Club; and Mike’s advice on a safe topic for your holiday gatherings.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
November 23, 2025 at 4:23 PM
On our latest show (Nov. 23): Towhee vs Towhee Audio Postcards from California; Ohio’s EveryBody Birding Club; and Mike’s advice on a safe topic for your holiday gatherings.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
On our next show (Nov. 23): two types of Towhees from California; ten facts about the Wild Turkey; and special guest Lindsay Slack from the EveryBody Birding Club.
Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line (Sunday 9:30 am Eastern)
player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line (Sunday 9:30 am Eastern)
player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
November 21, 2025 at 6:35 PM
On our next show (Nov. 23): two types of Towhees from California; ten facts about the Wild Turkey; and special guest Lindsay Slack from the EveryBody Birding Club.
Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line (Sunday 9:30 am Eastern)
player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line (Sunday 9:30 am Eastern)
player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
This fascinating article explains the history of the Los Angeles parrots, a recent discovery, and a possible way they could help other parrots in the future. It's a lengthy read but worth it. Bonus: Great photos of parrots.
#birds #parrots #BirdsOfCalifornia
#birds #parrots #BirdsOfCalifornia
These parrots came to Los Angeles as pets – then went wild. Now scientists are unlocking their mysteries
Once escapees from the pet trade, Los Angeles’s feral parrots have become a vibrant part of city life, and could even aid conservation in their native homelands
www.theguardian.com
November 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM
This fascinating article explains the history of the Los Angeles parrots, a recent discovery, and a possible way they could help other parrots in the future. It's a lengthy read but worth it. Bonus: Great photos of parrots.
#birds #parrots #BirdsOfCalifornia
#birds #parrots #BirdsOfCalifornia
On our latest show (Nov. 16): an audio postcard from Western Australia, and a spectacular featured bird from there; plus a revisit with some folks who are making a Washington, D.C. river more friendly to birds and people.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
November 16, 2025 at 4:10 PM
On our latest show (Nov. 16): an audio postcard from Western Australia, and a spectacular featured bird from there; plus a revisit with some folks who are making a Washington, D.C. river more friendly to birds and people.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
On our next show (Nov 16): an avian audio postcard from Western Australia; and a revisit with some folks who are making a D.C. river more friendly to birds and people. Find listening options at talkinbirds.com or listen live on line
(Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
(Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
November 14, 2025 at 7:55 PM
On our next show (Nov 16): an avian audio postcard from Western Australia; and a revisit with some folks who are making a D.C. river more friendly to birds and people. Find listening options at talkinbirds.com or listen live on line
(Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
(Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
Birds are powerful indicators of ecosystem health. Their presence, and the diversity of species present in a given area, can reveal a lot about the state of nature. Audubon’s Bird-Friendliness Index (BFI) builds on this idea.
#birds #biodiversity
#birds #biodiversity
From Chirps to Insights: Measuring Biodiversity with Audubon’s Bird-Friendliness Index
How Audubon’s BFI illuminates biodiversity impacts of nature-based solutions.
www.audubon.org
November 10, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Birds are powerful indicators of ecosystem health. Their presence, and the diversity of species present in a given area, can reveal a lot about the state of nature. Audubon’s Bird-Friendliness Index (BFI) builds on this idea.
#birds #biodiversity
#birds #biodiversity
On our latest show (11/09): A northern Canada Audio Postcard; Project FeederWatch 2025; and fascinating feather facts from Mike O’Connor. Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
November 9, 2025 at 5:04 PM
On our latest show (11/09): A northern Canada Audio Postcard; Project FeederWatch 2025; and fascinating feather facts from Mike O’Connor. Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
On our next show (Nov. 9): Backyard birding for science through Project Feeder Watch; a far north audio postcard; and Mike O'Connor on what birds have in common with some lizards. Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live online (Sun 930am ET): player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
November 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
On our next show (Nov. 9): Backyard birding for science through Project Feeder Watch; a far north audio postcard; and Mike O'Connor on what birds have in common with some lizards. Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live online (Sun 930am ET): player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
Ray's guest on our most recent show (#1,062 Nov. 2) was Jeff Reiter. As promised, here's a link to Jeff's book on the publisher's website. It'd be a great item for gift-giving season or just to read when you're stuck indoors, dreaming of birding.
#birds #birdBooks #birding #birdwatching
#birds #birdBooks #birding #birdwatching
The Best of Words on Birds
The best of Jeff Reiter's "Words on Birds" column, celebrating birds, birding, and birders in Chicagoland and beyond.
eckhartzpress.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Ray's guest on our most recent show (#1,062 Nov. 2) was Jeff Reiter. As promised, here's a link to Jeff's book on the publisher's website. It'd be a great item for gift-giving season or just to read when you're stuck indoors, dreaming of birding.
#birds #birdBooks #birding #birdwatching
#birds #birdBooks #birding #birdwatching
On our latest show (#1,062 Nov. 2): We meet a really big jay from South Texas; hear about Jeff Reiter’s Words on Birds; and address a listener’s question about putting copper discs in your bird bath.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
November 2, 2025 at 5:10 PM
On our latest show (#1,062 Nov. 2): We meet a really big jay from South Texas; hear about Jeff Reiter’s Words on Birds; and address a listener’s question about putting copper discs in your bird bath.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
On our latest show (#1,062 Nov. 2): We meet a really big jay from South Texas; hear about Jeff Reiter’s Words on Birds; and address a listener’s question about putting copper discs in your bird bath. Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
November 2, 2025 at 5:09 PM
On our latest show (#1,062 Nov. 2): We meet a really big jay from South Texas; hear about Jeff Reiter’s Words on Birds; and address a listener’s question about putting copper discs in your bird bath. Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
On our next show (#1,062 Nov. 2): A far northern Ontario audio postcard; and North America’s biggest jay. Listening options at Talkinbirds.com or live on line (Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
October 31, 2025 at 4:43 PM
On our next show (#1,062 Nov. 2): A far northern Ontario audio postcard; and North America’s biggest jay. Listening options at Talkinbirds.com or live on line (Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
While listening to the news about Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, we're signing this petition to help kids here at home. Three major clothing companies need encouragement to stop making kids' clothing with plastic.
We'll provide more info on the hurricane aftermath in a few days.
We'll provide more info on the hurricane aftermath in a few days.
STOP Making Kids' Clothes From Plastic
Polyester is a type of plastic that's made from fossil fuels combined with synthetic chemical additives, some of which are harmful to humans. Polyester clothing also contributes to the growing micropl...
actionnetwork.org
October 30, 2025 at 4:09 PM
While listening to the news about Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, we're signing this petition to help kids here at home. Three major clothing companies need encouragement to stop making kids' clothing with plastic.
We'll provide more info on the hurricane aftermath in a few days.
We'll provide more info on the hurricane aftermath in a few days.
Project Feederwatch begins November 1 for residents of the US and Canada. This long-running community science project provides a detailed picture of weekly changes in bird distribution -- telling us where birds ARE as well as where they ARE NOT. Join up and help out!
#birds #CitizenScience
#birds #CitizenScience
Homepage - FeederWatch
Turn your love of observing wildlife into new discoveries FeederWatch engages people in observing birds and mammals that visit backyards, nature centers, community areas, and other locales anywhere in...
feederwatch.org
October 27, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Project Feederwatch begins November 1 for residents of the US and Canada. This long-running community science project provides a detailed picture of weekly changes in bird distribution -- telling us where birds ARE as well as where they ARE NOT. Join up and help out!
#birds #CitizenScience
#birds #CitizenScience
On our latest show (#1,061 Oct. 26): an Audio Postcard from Mississippi, avian observations from Minnesota, and some birds-and-baseball connections.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
October 26, 2025 at 3:10 PM
On our latest show (#1,061 Oct. 26): an Audio Postcard from Mississippi, avian observations from Minnesota, and some birds-and-baseball connections.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
On our next show (#1,061 Oct. 26): We’ll attempt to connect live with globe-hopping birder David Clapp as he roams the forests of southwest Australia. Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live online (Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
October 24, 2025 at 5:16 PM
On our next show (#1,061 Oct. 26): We’ll attempt to connect live with globe-hopping birder David Clapp as he roams the forests of southwest Australia. Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live online (Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231 #birds
Good news: Wildfires of low to moderate severity can actually HELP the populations of some bird species, according to this new study, which spans decades.
#birds #wildfires #CaliforniaBirds #birdPopulations
#birds #wildfires #CaliforniaBirds #birdPopulations
Long-term Calif. study finds surprising link between birds and wildfires
New long-term research investigated 42 bird species in several national parks.
www.sfgate.com
October 20, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Good news: Wildfires of low to moderate severity can actually HELP the populations of some bird species, according to this new study, which spans decades.
#birds #wildfires #CaliforniaBirds #birdPopulations
#birds #wildfires #CaliforniaBirds #birdPopulations
On our latest show (#1,060 Oct. 19): A birding-by-motorcycle audio postcard; a featured bird getting ready to brighten winter backyards; and Mike O’Connor’s rainy day birding tips.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
October 19, 2025 at 3:36 PM
On our latest show (#1,060 Oct. 19): A birding-by-motorcycle audio postcard; a featured bird getting ready to brighten winter backyards; and Mike O’Connor’s rainy day birding tips.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
On our next show (#1,060 Oct. 19): A Mississippi Kite in Tennessee; Birdability Week; and a hungry seed eater who can brighten up our backyards this winter. #birds
Lstening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line
(Sunday 930am Eastern) player.amperwave.net/2231
Lstening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line
(Sunday 930am Eastern) player.amperwave.net/2231
October 17, 2025 at 9:18 PM
On our next show (#1,060 Oct. 19): A Mississippi Kite in Tennessee; Birdability Week; and a hungry seed eater who can brighten up our backyards this winter. #birds
Lstening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line
(Sunday 930am Eastern) player.amperwave.net/2231
Lstening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live on line
(Sunday 930am Eastern) player.amperwave.net/2231
On our latest show (#1,059 Oct. 12): Audio postcards from Canada and Slovakia; a featured bird from the Galápagos Islands; and why birds are having longer days.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
October 12, 2025 at 3:53 PM
On our latest show (#1,059 Oct. 12): Audio postcards from Canada and Slovakia; a featured bird from the Galápagos Islands; and why birds are having longer days.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive
On our next show (#1,059 Oct. 12): Birds vs light pollution; audio postcards from Canada and Slovakia; and a bird that’s lost interest in flying. Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live online (Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231
October 11, 2025 at 12:09 PM
On our next show (#1,059 Oct. 12): Birds vs light pollution; audio postcards from Canada and Slovakia; and a bird that’s lost interest in flying. Find listening options at Talkinbirds.com or listen live online (Sunday 9:30 a.m. Eastern) here: player.amperwave.net/2231
October Big Day is Saturday, October 11th. Last year, nearly 750,000 people joined in this worldwide celebration of birds and science. Be part of this effort and help set a new record for October birding. This article will help you set up eBird so you can contribute from wherever you are.
#birds
#birds
October Big Day—11 Oct 2025 - eBird
October is right around the corner, and that means its time to mark your calendars for October Big Day—11 Oct 2025! Like Global Big Day, October Big Day is an opportunity to unite around our shared lo...
ebird.org
October 7, 2025 at 4:30 PM
October Big Day is Saturday, October 11th. Last year, nearly 750,000 people joined in this worldwide celebration of birds and science. Be part of this effort and help set a new record for October birding. This article will help you set up eBird so you can contribute from wherever you are.
#birds
#birds
We’re just weeks away from #BirdabilityWeek2025 (October 20–26). Join #Birdability for a national celebration of accessible and inclusive birding, with virtual panels, workshops, and opportunities to bird your way. Details: www.birdability.org/birdability-week
#birds #InclusiveBirding
#birds #InclusiveBirding
Birdability Week — Birdability
www.birdability.org
October 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM
We’re just weeks away from #BirdabilityWeek2025 (October 20–26). Join #Birdability for a national celebration of accessible and inclusive birding, with virtual panels, workshops, and opportunities to bird your way. Details: www.birdability.org/birdability-week
#birds #InclusiveBirding
#birds #InclusiveBirding
On our latest show (#1,058 Oct. 5): Shawn Carey with a live report from raptor migration hotspot Hawk Mountain in Pennsylvania; plus news about Tyler Hoar’s new winter finch forecast.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
October 5, 2025 at 3:52 PM
On our latest show (#1,058 Oct. 5): Shawn Carey with a live report from raptor migration hotspot Hawk Mountain in Pennsylvania; plus news about Tyler Hoar’s new winter finch forecast.
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds
Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive #birds