Natures Talk Show

On Friday, May 22 at 8:00 pm eastern, 7:00 pm central and 5:00 pm Pacific on the Green Scene Hour,a discussion on Maidenhair Ferns. Join Ken McKeighen and Ken Boorman as they discuss the natural history and care and keeping of these beautiful and graceful ferns. Amazing plants that are a Native plant of North America. Maidenhair fern history is quite interesting. Its genus name translates to “non wetting” and refers to the fronds’ ability to shed rainwater without becoming wet. In addition, the plant is the source of an aromatic, volatile oil commonly used as a shampoo, which is where its common name of maidenhair derived.

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http://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/maidenhair-fern/maidenhair-fern-care.htm

On Tuesday May 19th at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst, we will be having a fascinating discussion on Tarantulas and other Arachnids. Join Ray Owczarzak and Ken McKeighen on the next Monsters of Nature as the discuss the tarantulas and bird eating spiders. These large spiders are the stuff of nightmares, but they are harmless to humans. 

 

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On Monday May 18th at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst,  join New Mexico Museum of Natural History research paleontologist Ken McKeighen and Ken Boorman as they discuss the largest predator of the Jurassic Period, Allosaurus on this species profile. Find out more about this amazing creature on our next show. 

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On Sunday May 17th at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst, the discussion topic with Albert and Joe, will focus on great gift ideas for Fathers Day. Tune in  and hear some top recommendations from our Nano Reef hosts and if you have any ideas please feel free to share with them.If you are in the St. Louis area drop by Joe's store ( Seascape Studio) and chat with Joe or a member of his team for any of your saltwater needs. 

 

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On May 16th at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm join American Killifish Association members Ken McKeighen and Chris Weatherford on the next Killifish Hour as they discuss Fundulopanchax nigerianum on their next species profile. These beautiful killifish are easy to keep and have introduced many fish keepers to this group of colorful and interesting fish. You can also join the Killifish association to receive lots of great information,

 

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On Friday May 15th at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst .join Ray Owczarzak and Ken McKeighen as the discuss the wild tundra of North America. This wild and untamed landscape is home to many fascinating plants and animals that are adapted to extremes in weather conditions, from harsh arctic winters to humid, insect infested summers. Please enjoy the photos that illustrate the biotope of the tundra. Many thanks to all the photographers for sharing these amazing photos.

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http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/tundra.htm

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http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/tundra.aspx

On Wednesday may 6th at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst,we are excited to be welcoming Kimberly Hess to Natures Talk Show. Kimberly is the director for Lakeside Nature Center  5 and half years now. 

Lakeside Nature Center has been in existence since 1966 as a nature center with animal displays, and environmental programming.  Today we are located in a fantastic building designed for children of all ages to learn and explore.  We are the only Center of its kind in MO combining Conservation, educational programming, about 70 display animals, and Missouri’s largest full native species wildlife rehab center. 

We started taking in injured, sick and orphaned wildlife for wildlife rehab about 35 years ago.  Last year we had a very busy rehab year and took in over 2800 animals.  We take in only native Mo animals, and of the 2800 131 were birds of prey. 

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On Monday May 4th at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst,  join New Mexico Museum of Natural History research paleontologist Ken McKeighen and Ken Boorman as they discuss the Therapsids, a group of late Paleozoic to early Mesozoic reptiles that gave rise to the mammals. These reptiles were the dominate predators that ruled the Upper Permian and Lower Triassic periods. Tune in as we learn about these amazing animals that are the predecessors to mammals.

 

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On Sunday May 3rd at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst, join Albery and Joe as they discuss maintenance of your nano tank in the summer heat,

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On Saturday May 2nd at 8pm est, 7pm cst and 5pm pst, Gerald Griffin will be discussing betta genetics with his guest Jamie Stine.This is Part 2 and even more important tips and suggestions. Gerald and Jamie are encouraging all those with questions to call in and ask them on the air.Feel free to join the IBC and receive newsletters and be in touch with some of the top breeders around the world.

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