The Birding Today Podcast

In this episode, I am joined by Ramit Singal to delve into the depths of audio recording! We discuss the sounds birds make (both vocal and non-vocal), how recording bird sounds can shed light on many aspects of birds' lives, and how to start recording bird sounds as a beginner. We also discuss birds' different 'dialects', using sound to discern between similar-looking species, and the best habitat types to recor...

Welcome back to a brand new season of The Birding Today Podcast! I am joined by James Bennett to discuss fan-favourite topics of the show, including what makes a good birder, eBird, pelagics, the eternal binoculars vs. camera question, and of course what brings us joy in birding. We also touch on LGAs, group vs. solo birding, and James' interest in native orchids and frogs. In addition, James speaks about his work as a profess...

In this final episode of Season 4, I am joined by Adrian Walsh! We discuss the psychological drive we all have as birders, birding on the Cairns Esplanade, comparing UK and Australian birding, and we ponder at length the camera vs. binoculars question. We also go very in-depth on what makes a good birder, Adrian's discovery of the Nordmann's Greenshank (and more recently, the Ruff at Dunne Rd Swamp), and balancing birding...

In this episode, I sit down with John Young to discuss his life as a naturalist, wildlife videographer and photographer, and ecological consultant. Topics we touch on include John's early naturalist days, butterflies, playback, the beauty of vast and remote places, and the differences between a naturalist and a birder. Of course, we also go in-depth into John's rediscovery of the Night Parrot and more generally talk about...

Welcome to the second edition of the Mailbag series, where I read out listener emails and respond to them! This time, listeners write in to tell me all about their favourite birds. I also announce the winner of the Treeswift Wildlife & Nature Giveaway, where one lucky listener wins a free customised birdwatching tour!

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I am joined today by Peter Vaughan, who is currently undertaking a PhD in seabird conservation ecology. We discuss the beauty and mystery of seabirds, and how we can most effectively protect them. Other topics we touch on include the travelling aspect of birding, Peter's tips for new birders, and the potentially intrusive nature of technology in birding. And, of course, we also address the show's central themes of what ma...

In this week's episode, Nick Leseberg joins me on the show to discuss Australia's rarest species of birds! Specifically, we talk about the mythical Night Parrot and its history, ecology, and current status, as well as Nick's PhD and his active role in the Night Parrot's conservation. We also touch on the concept of rarity (why are some species rare and others aren't?), nurturing the passion for birds in the...

Today, I am joined by Paul Brooks to discuss Eaglehawk Neck Pelagics and Tasmanian birding! Our conversation also touches on what makes Tasmania unique as a birding destination, the best place for birding in Tasmania, Paul's role as an eBird reviewer, and his experience birding in Canada. Thank you for coming on the show, Paul!

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In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Micha Jackson, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Queensland who focuses on waterbird ecology and wetland conservation, especially of coastal migratory shorebirds. We discuss how conserving birds and their habitats bring people together, and the international networks that are created and maintained through conservation. In addition, we touch on eBird, the Spoon-billed Sandpiper, Mich...

In this week's episode, we head overseas to Chile! I am joined by Rodrigo Reyes, a Chilean birder and professional birding guide who leads pelagic trips to the Humboldt Current off the Chilean coast, and field trips all over Chile - from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia, and from the high Andean peaks to the Pacific Ocean, including the Juan Fernandez Archipelago. We discuss Rodrigo's company Birdwatching Chile, the unique...

Welcome to the first ever mailbag episode of The Birding Today Podcast! In this short and sweet episode, I delve into the mailbag and give some listener shoutouts, as well as congratulate the winners of the recent giveaway competition in collaboration with Wild Portraits Australia. I also detail my favourite bird of the moment, reveal the most popular episode of the show (so far!), and request questions for an upcoming edition of A...

I am joined today by ethical bird photographer Kimberley Whitcher-Wormald to discuss the many aspects of ethical bird photography. We touch on topics like playback, nest photography, group vs. solo bird photography, and Kim's tips for new bird photographers starting out. In addition, we talk about eBird, photo editing, and birding as a way to be in the moment.

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Today's guest is Michael Gooch, an avid conservationist and birder based in the Mallee region of northwest Victoria where he runs an eco-tourism business called Explore the Mallee with his partner, Louise. He is also the National Coordinator of the National Malleefowl Recovery Group. We discuss the Mallee itself as a habitat, and the amazing birding that it offers. Michael and I also talk about the state of the ecotourism indu...

In this episode, I am joined by Harry Boorman, who embarked on a big year around New Zealand in 2021! We discuss how it all went, touching on the highlights and best moments of the big year, as well as the challenges Harry faced and his regrets looking back. Other topics we talk about are Harry's upcoming book about his big year, scopes vs. cameras, the mysticism and uniqueness of NZ and its birds, and navigating family and wo...

Welcome to a brand new season of The Birding Today Podcast! To kick things off, I am joined by Owen Lishmund, a birder from Victoria who has seen a lot of different amazing places and a good chunk of the resident birds in Australia. He’s also very interested in nature and ecology in general, having studied Zoology at university and in recent years having worked as a field ecologist.

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In this week's episode, I am joined by Corey Callaghan, who is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) in Leipzig, Germany. We discuss Corey's studies about the economics of rare birds, the USA as a birding destination, differences between Northern & Southern Hemisphere birding, as well as friendships in birding, and the lack of Woodpeckers in Australia. Lots...

Welcome to the first edition of Ask The Host, where I respond to questions and tell you a little bit more about my life and birding journey! Big thank you to Jeremy Ringma for guest-hosting the show. If you want your question to appear in the next Ask The Host edition, please write to birdingtoday@gmail.com.

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In this episode, I am joined by Jack Lange, a new birder from South Australia! We discuss the pros and cons of being a new birder, Jack's first pelagic, bird behaviours & habitats, how Jack's work on phone towers allows him to see lots of species up close, and much more!

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