We talk about the endangered Light-footed Ridgway's Rail this week with guest Aiyana Reissman. Aiyana is the Animal Care Manager at the Living Coast Discovery Center in San Diego, California. She oversees the care for 25+ species of rescued bird native to the area along with the propagation programs for the endangered Light Footed Ridgway’s Rails. Living Coast Discovery Center is the only facility in the world where the Light-footed Ridgway's Rail can be viewed and have had great success with the release program to boost the populations in Southern California over the last few years. Aiyana joined John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart for another episode of Birds of a Feather Talk Together.  Please send us your questions for us to answer as well! You can send them to podcast.birdsofafeather@gmail.com Make sure to follow us on instagram and tik tok as well!!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>

We talk about the endangered Light-footed Ridgway's Rail this week with guest Aiyana Reissman. Aiyana is the Animal Care Manager at the Living Coast Discovery Center in San Diego, California. She oversees the care for 25+ species of rescued bird native to the area along with the propagation programs for the endangered Light Footed Ridgway’s Rails. Living Coast Discovery Center is the only facility in the world where the Light-footed Ridgway's Rail can be viewed and have had great success with the release program to boost the populations in Southern California over the last few years. Aiyana joined John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart for another episode of Birds of a Feather Talk Together. Please send us your questions for us to answer as well! You can send them to podcast.birdsofafeather@gmail.com Make sure to follow us on instagram and tik tok as well!! Here are links to our social and YouTube pages, give us a follow: YouTube Instagram TikTok BlueSky

We talk about the endangered Light-footed Ridgway's Rail this week with guest Aiyana Reissman. Aiyana is the Animal Care Manager at the Living Coast Discovery Center in San Diego, California. She oversees the care for 25+ species of rescued bird native to the area along with the propagation programs for the endangered Light Footed Ridgway’s Rails.&nbsp;Living Coast Discovery Center is the only facility in the world where the Light-footed Ridgway's Rail can be viewed and have had great success with the release program to boost the populations in Southern California over the last few years. Aiyana joined John Bates, Shannon Hackett, RJ Pole, and Amanda Marquart for another episode of Birds of a Feather Talk Together.&nbsp; Please send us your questions for us to answer as well! You can send them to podcast.birdsofafeather@gmail.com Make sure to follow us on instagram and tik tok as well!!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>

47: Light-footed Ridgway's Rail with Aiyana Reissman from Living Coast Discovery Center

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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