In this episode, we discuss eagles, their natural history, decline, subsequent recovery, and important special protections that are afforded to eagles. 

Contact us:  https://www.wildlife.k-state.edu/contact.html

In this episode, we discuss coyote biology and management and how hunting, trapping and other forms of harvest can be used as lethal control measures to manage livestock losses.

Resources:

How to trap a coyote extension publication:  https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/c660.pdf

Coyote trapping video series:  https://www.youtube.com/@KSREWildlife/playlists

In this episode, we discuss the dos and don’ts of providing habitat for fish and their prey in ponds, and why the title of this episode may or may not fit the correct definition of habitat…

In this episode, we discuss the consequences of moving problem critters around on the landscape, and reasons why wildlife biologists do not recommend translocation of wildlife as a humane option when removal is needed.

In this episode we discuss the effects of drought on ponds in the Great Plains. We cover some of the concerns related to drought and best practices for pond construction to help mitigate these concerns. We also talk about wildlife disease and some of the reasons that disease might increase during drought conditions. 

We discuss the biology, benefits, and concerns of Black-Tailed Prairie Dog populations. We cover how overlap between wildlife and producers in the Working Landscape that exists in a private land state. Discussions include pesticide methods and things to consider when considering whether to use various pesticides.

Fins, Fur, and Feathers is the fish and wildlife management podcast of K-State Research and Extension. It is hosted by Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts, two lifelong hunters and anglers, and current K-State Research and Extension Specialists. Join them as they cover topics to help citizens with their fish, wildlife, and pond managemet needs. If you have ever had a wildlife or pond managment challenge, or just want to learn more about critters, science, and the outdoors, then this is the podcast for you.

In this episode, Joe and Drew introduce themselves, discuss the reasons behind starting the podcast, and provide listeners with insight on what to expect in future episodes.