Creature Comforts

Creature Comforts

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Creature Comforts episodes

  • Creature Comforts | Eagle Eyes
    Our favorite birdwatcher, Steve Peterson stops by to talk about eagles and where they may be spotted this time of year. Also, Dr. Majure and Libby discuss your latest brushes with nature and pet questions.

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    48 min
  • Creature Comforts | Summer Fishing & Birding
    The summer is always a great time to cast the rod and reel to fish Mississippi’s waters. Just about every corner of the state has a place to get in on this great summer activity. So we welcome back Dennis Reicke from the Mississippi Depart of Wildlife Fisheries and Park to talk about where to fish and what is biting this time of year. Also, Libby gives us a firefly update and talks about what she is seeing outside her window, while Dr. Majure answers questions about a sick rooster.

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    50 min
  • Creature Comforts | Pet Day - June 2022
    Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: [email protected].

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    49 min
  • Creature Comforts | Falconry with Dr. Jennifer Coulson
    Dr. Jennifer Coulson returns to Creature Comforts to talk about her passion for raptors and falconry. As a longtime practitioner of this ancient sport, Dr. Coulson along with her husband raises Harris's hawks and trains them to be effective hunters. She breakdown what it takes to become a falconer and the commitment it commands. Also, Libby gives an update about the fireflies in the state and Dr. Majure helps a listener with their puppy potty training experience.

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    49 min
  • Creature Comforts | Healthy Gulf - Matt Rota

    On this episode of Creature Comforts, we welcome Matt Rota from Healthy Gulf to talk about the work they are doing to keep the gulf fit for many of the animals that call it home. He also talks about the Mississippi River Restoration and Resilience Initiative and ways you can get involved. And as always Dr. Majure answers your pet questions and Libby lets you know about what is happening with the wildlife in her area. Fireflies and all.


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    48 min
  • Creature Comforts | Firefly Nights
    The weather is warmer and now those charming bio-luminescent creatures are lighting up the night’s sky. No matter if you call them lightning bugs or fireflies’ people are reporting seeing them around the state. Today we talked with a friend of the show Claire Graves about when and where is the best place to see them. Also, we talk with James Cummins from Wildlife Mississippi about the Mississippi Conservation Stewardship Bill. 

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    50 min
  • Creature Comforts | Pet Day - May 2022
    The first Thursday of every month is dedicated to your pet questions answered by Dr. Troy Majure and Libby Hartfield helping with your recent brushes with nature. During this episode they talk about watching out for traveling turtles, taking care of older pets, and what bird calls you should be listening for.

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    50 min
  • Creature Comforts | Robin Whitfield - Painting Nature

    In this edition of Creature Comforts, we welcome master naturalist Robin Whitfield back to the show. As an ecologist, naturalist, and artist, Robin brings people of all ages to better appreciate the natural world with workshops and beautiful art pieces. We catch up with her about her work, admiration for Walter Anderson, and stewardship at the Lee Tart Nature Preserve.


    Show Links:

    Robin Whitfield - Mississippi Arts Commission Profile

    Walter Anderson: Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander

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    50 min
  • Creature Comforts | Black Bear
    The black bear and Mississippi have a storied history together, dating back to the days of President Theodore Roosevelt and the Teddy Bear. Dr. Dana Morin, Mississippi State University professor of Wildlife Biology, and Richard Rummel, Black Bear coordinator for Mississippi depart. of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks. They talk about the current bear population, where they are found, and what to do if you come face to face with one of these mighty creatures. Also, Libby talks about a recent possum sighting at her home and Dr. Majure answers your pet questions.   

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    50 min

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Each week, Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, brings a specialist into the studio to answer your questions about various animals we see…