In this episode we tag along on a quest to search for Long-billed Curlews, find a patch of restored habitat containing a bounty of grassland birds, and speak with the people working to protect and expand what’s left of this unique habitat.

Curlews, Sparrows, and the Ecological Trap

Stories about the enduring connections between birds, people and landscapes.

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Nature

Migratory birds rely on the Cabo Rojo Salt Flats for food and shelter – thanks to conditions created by human activity.

An Unusual Place to Eat and Rest

What happens when a species' scientific name is inaccurate? Can it be changed?

The Scientific Name Doesn’t Do It Justice

A Puerto Rican community bands together to save a bird species and protect themselves from powerful forces.

Protecting a Bird and Ourselves

A resilient parrot gets the help it needs to maintain a stable population, despite significant challenges.

The Puerto Rican Parrot Comeback

In our season finale, one cryptic species of seabird reveals itself.

Curlews, Sparrows, and the Ecological Trap

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