Nature Centered from Wild Birds Unlimited

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A podcast from Wild Birds Unlimited about feeding the birds and enjoying nature right in your own backyard. Relax, enjoy the birds, and stay Nature Centered.

  1. 3D AGO

    What's the Word on Winter Finches

    Will irrupting birds visit your backyard this winter? Who is already on the move and who can you expect to see? Join Brian and special guest Matt Young from the Finch Research Network as they talk all about the Winter Finch Forecast with tips on getting your feeders ready for these irregular winter visitors.

    42 min

  2. OCT 9

    Window to the World: Keeping Birds Safe

    What does the number '1 billion' have to do with birds, fall migration, and your backyard? Sadly, up to a billion birds die each year from window collisions, but there’s good news. Join Brian and special guest Olivia Carvalho from Birds Canada as they share simple, science-backed ways to protect migrating birds while enjoying them at your feeders and in your yard.

    30 min

  3. SEP 11

    Squirrels: Love 'em or Loathe 'em

    Squirrels – do you love them or loathe them? If you have trees nearby, chances are you have squirrels. In this encore episode, John and Brian take a different look at our furry friends. Whether you deter them or feed them, we all have opinions on the infamous backyard critters. Plus, we have all the deterring and feeding options!

    26 min

  4. AUG 14

    Practicing What We Preach

    John Schaust returns to critique Brian’s yard (a call-back to ep 50). Does he practice what he preaches? Plus, we catch up with our retired co-host on owl banding, adventures, and how we can all help the birds with high-protein foods for the end of nesting season and peak molting season.

    33 min

  5. JUL 10

    Golden Guide to Goldfinches

    How many goldfinch species can be attracted to your yard? Brian is joined by two WBU store owners (Dripping Springs, TX & Ventura, CA) to talk goldfinches and their differences: seasonality, attracting, nesting, molting, mimicry, and more.

    39 min

  6. JUN 12

    Seasonally Savvy Summer

    Being seasonally savvy in summer means fewer feeders can be ok, but the key is foundational feeding. Brian explains the benefits of a foundational feeder and food in summer and how it helps Dad (bird dads & people dads).

    16 min

  7. MAY 8

    Simple Steps to Saving the Song Birds

    Have you heard song birds are in trouble? As stewards of our own space, we’ve never been more empowered to make a difference to help save the song birds. Brian shares some simple steps you can implement to make a difference, no matter where you live.

    30 min

  8. APR 10

    Native Plant Program & Perks

    Does it matter where you source your native plants? It turns out—yes, it does. Brian is joined by Mary Phillips, Head of Habitat/Native Plant Impact & Certifications for the National Wildlife Federation, to explain why. They dig into native plant trends, the importance of sourcing responsibly, and what keystone plants are—plus how they benefit both birds and people.

    38 min
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A podcast from Wild Birds Unlimited about feeding the birds and enjoying nature right in your own backyard. Relax, enjoy the birds, and stay Nature Centered.

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  • Creator
    Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc.
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2021 Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc. All rights reserved.
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    Nature Centered from Wild Birds Unlimited

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