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— Colleen, East Walpole, Massachusetts
On our latest show (#1,078 Feb. 22): a cool audio postcard from New Zealand; plans for an exciting statewide birding trail in Georgia; and Mike O’Connor’s thoughts on American Robins in winter. Hear it here.
Northern Spotted Owl vs Barred Owl redux
On our show #1077 (aired Feb 15), Ray spoke with Tom Wheeler from EPIC, the Environmental Protection Information Center of Wild California. They discussed the controversial plan to increase the population of endangered Northern Spotted Owls by sacrificing Barred Owls. EPIC is in favor. Read more about Tom, Epic, and the Spotted/Barred Owl problem here. (2/23)
The Panama Fruit Feeder Cam
Here at Talkin’ Birds HQ in snowy Massachusetts, we're dreaming of warmer climes. If you are too, join us in enjoying this week's Wednesday Webcam at Canopy Lodge in Panama (Eastern time). 'Scuse us while we go look for sunscreen. (2/25)
Wintergreen Lake - W.K. Kellogg Biological Station
This webcam comes to us from the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary in Michigan (Eastern time zone). When we tuned in about 4 PM, we saw ducks, geese, and swans in one small unfrozen area close to shore. The camera doesn't move, so you get a good look at whatever's decided to show up. (2/18)
New issue of our newsletter
The February 2026 edition of the Talkin' Birds Trumpeter is out! If you're a newsletter subscriber, you've already received it in your email inbox. If you're not a subscriber, you can sign up at the link below. Each issue features a show guest, a Featured Feathered Friend, and info on “plirding” and how to tune in to our show, and lots more. Plus — this issue gives a peek at a new contest coming up. (2/19)
Athletes for conservation!
Talkin' Birds salutes the many athletes of EcoAthletes, an organization "devoted to identifying & equipping the Jackie Robinsons and the Megan Rapinoes of the climate crisis to lead climate action." Read more, get involved, and find your favorite athletes all over the world. (2/24)
Why are North American bird populations shrinking?
We know that North American bird populations are getting smaller, but it turns out that the problem is accelerating. This article explains the research on why this trend might be occurring. (2/27)
These Valentine birds travel across oceans to reunite with their mate
Hudsonian Whimbrels Lindsay and Katakturuk reunite every year, regardless of the distance or odds. Here’s their story. (2/16)
Injured seabird desperately pecks at hospital door for help
The cormorant had a triple fishing hook stuck in its beak when it made its presence known at the glass door of the Klinikum Links der Weser hospital in the northern German city of Bremen. (2/17)
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Website photography by Shawn Carey/Migration Productions.