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On our latest show (#1,071 Jan. 4): special guest Ryan Goldberg on his terrific new book, Bird City: Adventures in New York’s Urban Wilds. Plus, backyard birding expert Mike O’Connor with some backyard suet-substitution ideas. Hear it here.
The Plover Project
Fewer than 8,000 Piping Plovers remain globally, and one hundred of those live in New York City. The Plover project is a NYC organization whose mission is to protect Piping Plovers and other fragile beach-nesting birds on New York City’s beaches. (1/5)
Macaw Feeder Cam
The great thing about a macaw live cam is that you can hear macaws even when you can’t see them. These Scarlet Macaws are most reliably visible about 9:30 AM Central time, when they're fed. This cam is hosted by the Macaw Recovery Network, a non-profit in Costa Rica dedicated to the conservation of endangered macaws. (1/7)
Canada unveils new rules to lower oil and gas methane emissions
While methane does not last as long in the atmosphere as carbon dioxide, over 20 years it can have 80 (yes, EIGHTY) times the climate-warming impact of carbon dioxide. Therefore, reducing methane emissions is a major step toward reducing Canada's impact on climate change. (12/30)
An Allen’s Hummingbird nest cam
This lovely nest cam is located in Oceanside, California (Pacific time). There's lots to look at -- you'll see plenty of links in the comment section -- but the best part, of course, is the hummingbirds. Take your time! (12/31)
Bird City: A fun reading adventure
On our show #1071, Ray spoke with journalist Ryan Goldberg about his terrific new book, Bird City: Adventures in New York's Urban Wilds. Here's Ryan's website, where you can learn more about Ryan and buy the book. (1/6)
A conservation tool in the making
Forty-four U.S. states have completed Breeding Bird Atlases: globally recognized tools that guide conservation efforts and strengthen biodiversity. California isn’t one of those 44, but that’s changing. Read on for how you can help. (1/8)
A most royal King Eider
This gorgeous photo was taken by Talkin' Birds Ambassador Chris Powell off Beavertail State Park, Jamestown, Rhode Island. Thanks for sending, Chris! (1/1)
Identification guide to the winter sparrows at our feeders
Sparrows are an identification challenge for birders of all skill levels—but they’re also subtly beautiful, endlessly interesting to watch, and common. Though they may all look similar at first, this guide from National Audubon can help sort them out. (12/29)
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