Episode 79 - February 8, 2023

02/08/23 • 34 min

Report on a newly discovered hybrid: Rose-breasted Grosbeak by Scarlet Tanager. Why feeding Mule Deer, Elk, Moose and other snow-bound Cervidae corn, hay and other summer forage can kill them. Results of the May 2022 Global Big Day in Arizona. Bird of the episode: California Gull. Birding hotspot: Dankworth Pond State Park near Safford. Friend of Wildlife organization: Arizona Heritage Fund. Calendar of bird-friendly events coming up in Arizona.

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Episode 78 - February 1, 2023

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to continue exemption of pesticide-coated seeds from ban draws objections from many wildlife conservation organizations and other stakeholders. A report on why leaving dead trees and columnar cacti in place is important for many species of birds. A look at Eared Grebes, common in Arizona in winter but often overlooked by birders. Bird of the episode: Brown Pelican. Birding hotspot: Apache Wilderness in north central Arizona. Friend-of-wildlife organization: Grand Canyon Conservancy. Calendar of bird friendly events coming up in Arizona.

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Episode 80 - February 15, 2023

Arizona winter birding update and advice on preparing nest boxes for spring nesting along the Mogollon Rim from White Mountain Audubon President Mary Williams. Audubon's Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch has announced its popular 'Living Gently on the Land' potluck dinner series is back. A brief look at recent postings to the American Birding Association's Arizona-New Mexico birding list. Bird of the Episode: Canada Goose. Birding hotspot: Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness. Friend of wildlife organization: Friends of Northern Arizona Forests. Calendar of bird-friendly events coming up in Arizona.