Creature Comforts

Jason Klein

Each week, Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, brings a specialist into the studio to answer your questions about various animals we see in Mississippi. And of course, Dr. Troy Majure, Veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center of Jackson answers your pet questions. Each week, you’ll learn more about the animals that live in our homes and the animals who live in the world around us. You’ll also find out more about family-friendly exhibits and events at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson.

Email your pet and animal questions to [email protected] and listen to Creature Comforts Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. CST on MPB Think Radio.

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Creature Comforts - CLASSIC | Snakes

Creature Comforts

09/12/24 • 44 min

On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.

Terry Vandeventer is a local herpetologist here in Mississippi, and today he joins us to discuss one of his favorite classifications of animals: snakes. Despite some people’s aversion to them, they’re quite beneficial to many local ecosystems and can even be adopted as pets!

To submit your own question for the show, email us at [email protected] or send us a message with the Talk To Us feature in the MPB Public Media App.

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NatureFEST!

Creature Comforts

04/04/19 • 0 min

NatureFEST! is one of the most popular events at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science every year. It is a great opportunity to explore and learn about nature with various activities and animals. We welcome special events coordinator at the museum, Nicole Smith to explain this event.

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Creature Comforts | All Pet Day - August 2022

Creature Comforts

08/04/22 • 34 min

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: [email protected].

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Creature Comforts | All Pet Day - July 2022

Creature Comforts

07/07/22 • 48 min

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Creature Comforts: Large Fish of the Gulf w/ Dr. Jim Franks

Creature Comforts

06/18/20 • 49 min

Today on the show we welcome Dr. Jim Franks. He is a senior research scientist at the University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Coast Research Laboratory and studies some of the large fish of the gulf. The Bluefin Tuna and Tarpon are the subject of his latest research projects and he joins us to talk about their current situation. Also Dr. Majure and Libby Hartfield answer some of your summertime pet and wild animal questions.

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Creature Comforts: Counting Fireflies

Creature Comforts

05/02/19 • 0 min

The weather is warming up and the fireflies are starting to emerge. The darker the better for these bioluminescent beetles, who can actually sync their flashes. Paul Hartfield is back on the show today to help with the conversation and ask for your help with spotting these beautiful insects.

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Critter Crossing

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04/26/19 • 0 min

Roads and streets might make our traveling a little easier but what impact does that new road have on our natural environment? What impact does it have on the plants and animals or the area? Amy Carson, a wildlife biologist from the US Fish and Wildlife Service is here to help with these questions also Dr. Majure answers your pet questions.

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Seeing the Shrew

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04/11/19 • 0 min

Shrews often go unseen to the majority of the world, but even if you have seen one you might have mistaken it for a more familiar small mammal. On today's show, we welcome back Mississippi wildlife mainstay, Dr. Cathy Shropshire to discuss these little creatures. Also, we get caught up on her performances as wildlife icon Fannye Cook.

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Problem Plant

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03/28/19 • 0 min

Giant Salvinia is invading many of Mississippi's waters and harming the creatures that call them home. This invasive plant grows rapidly and reduces the oxygen supply in the water. Dennis Riecke from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks stops by to tells us how boaters, anglers, and anyone who enjoys Mississippi's waters can help stop the spread of the problem plant.

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Creature Comforts | Observing Urban Wildlife from a Distance

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08/17/23 • 43 min

The term "urban wildlife" may conjure up thoughts of squirrels and birds in one's backyard, but it also encompasses creatures like raccoons and possums that tend to emerge mainly during the night. Adam Rohnke from the Central Mississippi Research and Extension Center at Mississippi State University joins us to delve into the topic of urban wildlife and how to safely observe the natural world.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Creature Comforts have?

Creature Comforts currently has 358 episodes available.

What topics does Creature Comforts cover?

The podcast is about Pets & Animals, Pet, Fisheries, Health & Fitness, Animal, Kids & Family, Pets, Medicine, Hunting, Nature, Wildlife, Podcasts, Fishing, Call In and Veterinary Medicine.

What is the most popular episode on Creature Comforts?

The episode title 'Creature Comforts | Manatees' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Creature Comforts?

The average episode length on Creature Comforts is 47 minutes.

How often are episodes of Creature Comforts released?

Episodes of Creature Comforts are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Creature Comforts?

The first episode of Creature Comforts was released on Jun 27, 2016.

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Creature Comforts

Jason Klein

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