In this episode of Birds of a Feather Talk Together, we welcome back Jenna McCullough, a third-generation birdwatcher from Boise, Idaho, with a PhD in Biology from the University of New Mexico. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Kentucky and soon to begin a prestigious National Science Foundation fellowship at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and UCLA, Jenna has traveled the globe in search of one of the world’s most fascinating bird families—the kingfishers.Join hosts Shannon Hackett, John Bates, RJ Pole, and Amanda Pole as they dive into stories of rare and colorful kingfisher sightings from around the world, birdwatching adventures in exotic locations, and the science behind these incredible birds. Whether you’re a passionate birder, a wildlife enthusiast, or just love hearing about nature and travel, this fun and engaging episode will inspire your next birding trip.Here are links to our social and YouTube pages, give us a follow: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@BirdsofaFeatherTalkTogetherPod'>YouTube </a> <a href='https://www.instagram.com/birds_of_a_feather_podcast'>Instagram</a> <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@birds.of.a.feather.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc'>TikTok</a> <a href='https://bsky.app/profile/birdsofafeatherpod.bsky.social'>BlueSky</a>

In this episode of Birds of a Feather Talk Together, we welcome back Jenna McCullough, a third-generation birdwatcher from Boise, Idaho, with a PhD in Biology from the University of New Mexico. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Kentucky and soon to begin a prestigious National Science Foundation fellowship at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and UCLA, Jenna has traveled the globe in search of one of the world’s most fascinating bird families—the kingfishers. Join hosts Shannon Hackett, John Bates, RJ Pole, and Amanda Pole as they dive into stories of rare and colorful kingfisher sightings from around the world, birdwatching adventures in exotic locations, and the science behind these incredible birds. Whether you’re a passionate birder, a wildlife enthusiast, or just love hearing about nature and travel, this fun and engaging episode will inspire your next birding trip. Here are links to our social and YouTube pages, give us a follow: YouTube Instagram TikTok BlueSky

In this episode of Birds of a Feather Talk Together, we welcome back Jenna McCullough, a third-generation birdwatcher from Boise, Idaho, with a PhD in Biology from the University of New Mexico. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Kentucky and soon to begin a prestigious National Science Foundation fellowship at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and UCLA, Jenna has traveled the globe in search of one of the world’s most fascinating bird families—the kingfishers.Join hosts Shannon Hackett, John Bates, RJ Pole, and Amanda Pole as they dive into stories of rare and colorful kingfisher sightings from around the world, birdwatching adventures in exotic locations, and the science behind these incredible birds. Whether you’re a passionate birder, a wildlife enthusiast, or just love hearing about nature and travel, this fun and engaging episode will inspire your next birding trip.Here are links to our social and YouTube pages, give us a follow: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BirdsofaFeatherTalkTogetherPod" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube </a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/birds_of_a_feather_podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@birds.of.a.feather.pod?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a> <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/birdsofafeatherpod.bsky.social" rel="noopener noreferrer">BlueSky</a>

106: Kingfishers Around The World with Jenna Mccullough

Join John Bates and Shannon Hackett, two seasoned bird experts, as they soar through the fascinating world of birds in this must-listen podcast for bird lovers of all levels! Whether you're an experienced birder or just starting to explore the wonders of the avian world, Birds of a Feather Talk Together has something for everyone.With exclusive access to one of the largest bird collections in the United States, John and Shannon are joined by amateur birders RJ Pole and Amanda Marquart for in-depth discussions on exotic, rare, extinct, and common birds from around the globe. From the tiniest sparrows to the mighty eagles, no feathered friend is left out.Each episode brings exciting stories, expert insights, and birding tips—perfect for anyone who has ever been fascinated by the beauty, behavior, and mysteries of birds. Whether you're a lifelong bird watcher or a beginner looking to learn more, this podcast will inspire you to discover new species, dive into bird conservation, and learn from the pros! Why Listen?<ul><li>Discover rare and exotic bird species you never knew existed.</li><li>Get insider tips from top bird experts on identifying and spotting birds.</li><li>Learn about bird conservation efforts and the latest in avian research.</li><li>A perfect podcast for beginners and experienced birders alike.</li></ul> Hit subscribe now and start your journey into the incredible world of birds—one chirp at a time!

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Join John Bates and Shannon Hackett, two seasoned bird experts, as they soar through the fascinating world of birds in this must-listen podcast for bird lovers of all levels! Whether you're an experienced birder or just starting to explore the wonders of the avian world, Birds of a Feather Talk Together has something for everyone. With exclusive access to one of the largest bird collections in the United States, John and Shannon are joined by amateur birders RJ Pole and Amanda Marquart for in-depth discussions on exotic, rare, extinct, and common birds from around the globe. From the tiniest sparrows to the mighty eagles, no feathered friend is left out. Each episode brings exciting stories, expert insights, and birding tips—perfect for anyone who has ever been fascinated by the beauty, behavior, and mysteries of birds. Whether you're a lifelong bird watcher or a beginner looking to learn more, this podcast will inspire you to discover new species, dive into bird conservation, and learn from the pros! Why Listen?Discover rare and exotic bird species you never knew existed.Get insider tips from top bird experts on identifying and spotting birds.Learn about bird conservation efforts and the latest in avian research.A perfect podcast for beginners and experienced birders alike. Hit subscribe now and start your journey into the incredible world of birds—one chirp at a time!

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