Creature Comforts

Creature Comforts

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Creature Comforts episodes

  • Creature Comforts: Fishing Fishing
    Fishing in Mississippi is one of its most popular recreational activities and there are plenty of places to catch great game fish. Jerry Brown, State Lake Coordinator with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks joins the show to take about these great natural waters and how to stay safe and legal while fishing. We even discuss some of the record breaking fish caught in the state. Also Libby is back from her trip and Dr. Majure answers your pet questions.

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    50 min
  • Creature Comforts: Urban Forest
    Donna Yowell has been an advocate for trees and green spaces for almost all her life. Now as the Executive Director of the Mississippi Urban Forest Council she educates communities throughout the state about proper tree planning and the benefits of having trees in urban areas. On this episode of Creature Comforts we dive into the work of the council and talk about the trees that attract certain wildlife. Also we get an update on the stray kitten found by our producer Java.

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    49 min
  • Creature Comforts: Nesting Birds

    With the change of every season nature brings us new sights and sounds. This summer do you know what birds are nesting in your neighborhood? Are you doing the right thing to attract these birds to your yard? Today our friend Joe Magee is back on the program to talk about nesting birds and answer some of your birding questions. Also, we discuss how you should deal with finding an animal that is far from home.

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    The kitten that Java found in the middle of the street on his way to work.

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    49 min
  • Creature Comforts: Summer Spiders
    Dr. Brent Hendrixson, professor of biology at Milsaps College, spends a lot of his time with some of the spiders and scorpions of the state. He is also an advocate for these creatures that play wonderful part in our ecosystem. Through out the program he answers listener questions about the spiders they have encountered and gives advice when dealing with a sting or bite. Also Dr. Majure shares his thoughts about the declawing of house cats.

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    49 min
  • Creature Comforts: Wild Turkey Talk
    Adam Butler from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks joins this edition of Creature Comforts to chat about the wild turkeys of the state. As the turkey program coordinator, Adam works closely with conservation efforts for wild turkey habitats and the management of wild turkey hunting season. We talk about the health of the Mississippi turkey population and answer listener questions about their recent turkey experiences. Also Dr. Majure answers a few pet questions about keeping pets cool and excessive scratching.

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    49 min
  • Creature Comforts: Summer Snakes
    Terry Vandeventer is not afraid of snakes and does not want you to be afraid of them either. Serving as one of Mississippi's most passionate snake advocates, Terry has visited Creature Comforts before and always shares his wisdom about the snakes of Mississippi. Snake Day is coming up soon at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science and Terry is bringing his own brand of fun to the event and today's show. Also, Dr. Majure talks about keeping pets safe and healthy as the weather warms up.

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    50 min
  • Creature Comforts: Bats and Other Cute Creatures
    Unless you are a super fan of Mississippi wildlife, you might not know the state is home to fifteen different species of bats. These winged mammals are a essential part of the Mississippi ecosystem and Kathy Shelton from the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks joins the show to tell us about the role of the bat in Mississippi. Also through the show Dr. Majure answers pet questions and takes a look at the different ways pet owners tackle pet anxiety.

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    50 min
  • Creature Comforts: Pet Day

    The summer season is almost hear and we know that it can bring some challenges for our pets. So today Creature Comforts is dedicated to your pet questions. Dr. Troy Majure is always ready to share the knowledge and help out our creature friends. No question is off the table, even if it's about having a raccoon as a pet.


    Discussed This Week:

    • 40th Annual Harrison County Gem and Mineral Show
    • Mississippi Coast Audubon Society Tern Nesting Colonies Tour
    • pH•notix™ Rebalancing Ear Cleaner for Cats & Dogs
    • 41-pound cat on a mission to find a new home (and get in better shape)
    • One Fast Cat - Cat Exercise Wheel

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    51 min
  • Creature Comforts: Counting Fireflies
    The weather is warming up and the fireflies are starting to emerge. The darker the better for these bioluminescent beetles, who can actually sync their flashes. Paul Hartfield is back on the show today to help with the conversation and ask for your help with spotting these beautiful insects.

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  • Critter Crossing
    Roads and streets might make our traveling a little easier but what impact does that new road have on our natural environment? What impact does it have on the plants and animals or the area? Amy Carson, a wildlife biologist from the US Fish and Wildlife Service is here to help with these questions also Dr. Majure answers your pet questions.

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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…