My guest in this episode is good friend and birding partner Jim Kettelkamp. We reminisce about birding in our youth and as adults. We chat about the many birding adventures we’ve been on across the country... from Iowa to Michigan to Kansas to Oklahoma to Arizona and Texas! Thanks Jim! 

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Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest in this episode is Spider Lady Ashley Wahlberg. Ashley is Biology Instructor at Angelina College in east Texas. We had a fun chat about birds, life lists, and many of the other wild things she has encountered. She discussed spring Warbler migration, raising cecropia months, mud snakes, and lots more! Thank you, Ashley!

Texas monthly: https://www.texasmonthly.com/travel/texas-spider-lady-black-widows/

Brown recluse: https://www.wired.com/2013/11/poor-misunderstood-brown-recluse/

Breviceps (spark amphibian): https://www.inaturalist.org/taxa/24989-Breviceps 

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Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest in this episode is Alex Harman. Alex is a very well-rounded naturalist who has birded, explored, and encountered many creatures across the country. Currently, Alex is Associate Curator of Entomology at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. We talked birds, birding, bug collecting, and tiger beetles! Thanks Alex! You can find Alex's iNaturalist profile and learn more about where he works at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Thank you for listening! 

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest in this episode is Cecilia Riley. We chatted about birds of the Transpecos, Hummingbirds living in the Transpecos, and the Fort Davis Hummingbird Celebration. Go to Davis Mountains Hummingbird Celebration  to register. Go to Transpecos Bird Conservation for a Birding the Davis Mountains Guide and more about conservation efforts in this region. Thank you! 

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest on this episode is Emily A. Geest, Ph.D. She is a conservation scientist at Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden who received her BLS/BA from University of Missouri St. Louis, her MS from the University of Nebraska Omaha, and her PhD from Oklahoma State University. She is a broadly trained ecologist with a research focus on understanding how human-driven land-use change and management decisions impact insect biodiversity, particularly butterflies.

Please learn more with this list of resources...

• OKC Living Classroom Grant Program, https://www.okczoo.org/okc-living-classroom-grant-program
• Release: OKC ZOO RESEARCHER SAYS CONTROLLED GRASSLAND BURNS VITAL TO BUTTERFLY POPULATIONS
• OKC Zoo Blog: BLOG UPDATE: OKC ZOO’S HEADSTART PROGRAM TO PROTECT RARE MILKWEED IN OKLAHOMA CONTINUES TO GROW
• Release: OKC ZOO CREATES HEADSTART PROGRAM TO PROTECT RARE MILKWEED POPULATIONS IN OKLAHOMA

 Video: Planting a Monarch Garden, https://youtu.be/AzxVLt-4nvQ?si=a3LrjaKkZfsO7Ml0

Video: Monarch Butterflies tagged at the OKC Zoo reach Mexico! https://youtu.be/ICqySYA0PF4?si=vUvZ_U1sHn0Y-waE

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest on this episode is Brian Patteson. We had a great chat about Atlantic seabirds and pelagic trips out of Hatteras, NC. Contact Kate at 252-473-9163 or [email protected] to book a trip. Also, follow  SEABIRDING ON FACEBOOK and  SEABIRDING - EXCELLENCE IN PELAGIC BIRDING website.

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest in this episode is The Rogue Bander Emma Rhodes. Emma is an avian biologist and Master Bander from Alabama. We had a great chat about Alabama birds, her background & education, and bird banding. Emma is one of the co-founders and co-operates the Banding Coalition of the Americas. Follow the links below to learn more!

BANDING COALITION OF THE AMERICAS

BIRD BANDING COALITION EVENTS

PROJECT HUMMER

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest in this episode is the all-around amazing animal advocate Nikki Smith. We chatted about her background, avian rescue & rehab, her love for native plants, and much more. Please follow the links below! Thank you, Nikki!

Across the US you can contact ANIMAL HELP NOW EMERGENCY RESOURCE if you find an injured/distressed animal.

In Tulsa you can contact WING IT GROUP TULSA.

Check out these adorable and spunky PITIFUL PUPS! 

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

My guest on this episode in Tina Penny. Tina lives in Montana and has spent many years working in Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming in forestry technician and park ranger roles. We chat about birds, Grand Teton NP, and bears! Please follow the links below to learn more. Thanks Tina!

WAYPOINT VETS

BACKCOUNTRY CAMPING PERMITS - GTNP

TINA PENNY ON INSTAGRAM

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford

In this episode my guest is Tim Hahn. Tim is an excellent Wisconsin birder and large part of the Wisconsin birding community. In 2024 Tim completed a big year in Waukesha County. Visit TIM'S EBIRD PROFILE and visit BENJAMIN F. GOSS BIRD CLUB (WAUKESHA) website! Thank you, Tim! 

Thank you for listening! Please follow, give Bird's Eye View a 5-star rating, and set your application to automatically download new episodes (every Wednesday). Enjoy many other great guests on previous episodes.

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All intro and exit audio:

Chuck-wills-widow in Post Oak Woods, Oklahoma by Levi M. Radford.
Swainson's Warbler in Smithgall Woods, Georgia by Mathew G. Radford.
Kentucky Warbler in Bixhoma Woods, Oklahoma by Mathew G. Radford.
White-eyed Vireo in Round Rock Oaks, Texas by Mathew G. Radford.
Gray Vireo in Oak Flats, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford
Spotted Owl in Pinery Canyon, Arizona by Mathew G. Radford

- Mathew G. Radford