Dispatches from the Forest

By Dispatchesfromtheforest

Dispatches from the Forest is all about nature and the natural world. Hosted by Tim O'Hara, Dispatches from the Forest explores the curious, the interesting and the surprising world of nature - often... more

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How many episodes does Dispatches from the Forest have?

The podcast currently has 179 episodes available.

Dispatches from the Forest episodes:

December 10, 2025 Episode 115: Let it Snow (Leopards)!
Snow leopards are built to live in cold, high altitude environments. They're also one of the most elusive predators on the planet. Do they really carry their tail around in their mouths though? Find out on this episode of the Dispatches from the Forest Podcast!

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16min
December 03, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #43
Why are the Great horned owls so vocal this time of year and are raccoons really becoming domesticated? Find out on this Dirt Dispatch!

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11min
November 26, 2025 Episode 114: Turkeys 2: Tom's Revenge
It's been 4 years since I first talked about wild turkeys - but in honor of American Thanksgiving we're revisiting this delicious upland game bird. Learn more about the wild cousins of the centerpiece of most Thanksgiving dinners on this episode!

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19min
November 19, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #42
Find out what cool observations I've made recently, the world's largest spider web is discovered (not by me though!) and a couple social media rants! Tune in and then go outside and get dirty!

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13min
November 12, 2025 Episode 113: Off-Track Betta-ing
Thanks to Dawn for this listener-requested topic: Siamese Fighting Fish, A.K.A. Bettas. This ubiquitous pet store fish is one of the most popular aquarium fish in the world, and not only is their history with humans interesting, but they are interesting from a wildlife perspective too! Learn more on this episode!

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16min
November 05, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #41
There are seasons that are defined by the rising and setting of the sun, and seasons that are defined by which invertebrates are invading my house. Learn more about Miller Moths, Boxelder bugs and Western conifer seed bugs in this Dirt Dispatch!

Support the podcast!
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10min
October 29, 2025 Episode 112: Not So Itsy-Bitsy Spiders
We're capping off Spooky Season by learning about some of the biggest spiders in the world! No tricks, just treats!

You know what would be a treat? If you supported the podcast!
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14min
October 22, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #40
I'm not social media savvy, but a video I posted on TikTok and Instagram of a pair of owls being mobbed by crows got really popular! Yay! On this Dirt Dispatch I'll address some of the questions and misconceptions that came up in the comments of this and another of my videos.

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13min
October 15, 2025 Episode 111: Aye Aye Captain
We'll continue on the theme of "creepy" animals with a look at the Aye-aye and the Vampire Squid. How are they creepy? Well, I guess if you want to know you'll need to come into the darkness to find out....bwahahahahahaha!

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19min
October 08, 2025 Dirt Dispatch #39
My thoughts on being outside in the dark, and what the data says about the impact of wolves on deer populations. Check it out!

Support the podcast!
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11min

FAQs about Dispatches from the Forest:

How many episodes does Dispatches from the Forest have?

The podcast currently has 179 episodes available.