Dispatches from the Forest

Episode 116: Ptarmigan

Ptarmigan are birds that live in the arctic and subarctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere.  And they are well adapted to life in the cold!  Learn more about the hare-footed arctic bird with the silent "P" in its name: the ptarmigan!
 
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Dirt Dispatch #44

Elk tusks and Peapod the pocket squirrel.  I mean really, what more do I have to say to get you to listen to this Dirt Dispatch?
 
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Episode 115: Let it Snow (Leopards)!

Snow leopards are built to live in cold, high altitude environments.  They're also one of the most elusive predators on the planet.  Do they really carry their tail around in their mouths though?  Find out on this episode of the Dispatches from the Forest Podcast!
 
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Dirt Dispatch #43

Why are the Great horned owls so vocal this time of year and are raccoons really becoming domesticated?  Find out on this Dirt Dispatch!
 
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Episode 114: Turkeys 2: Tom's Revenge

It's been 4 years since I first talked about wild turkeys - but in honor of American Thanksgiving we're revisiting this delicious upland game bird.  Learn more about the wild cousins of the centerpiece of most Thanksgiving dinners on this episode!
 
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Dirt Dispatch #42

Find out what cool observations I've made recently, the world's largest spider web is discovered (not by me though!) and a couple social media rants!  Tune in and then go outside and get dirty!
 
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Episode 113: Off-Track Betta-ing

Thanks to Dawn for this listener-requested topic: Siamese Fighting Fish, A.K.A. Bettas.  This ubiquitous pet store fish is one of the most popular aquarium fish in the world, and not only is their history with humans interesting, but they are interesting from a wildlife perspective too!  Learn more on this episode!
 
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Dirt Dispatch #41

There are seasons that are defined by the rising and setting of the sun, and seasons that are defined by which invertebrates are invading my house.  Learn more about Miller Moths, Boxelder bugs and Western conifer seed bugs in this Dirt Dispatch!
 
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