This time on The Birding Today Podcast, I am joined by Mona Loofs-Samorzewski to go in-depth on joy of birding, how to define a birder, the seasonality of birds, differences in northern vs. southern hemisphere birding, and what drives us to be birders in evolutionary terms. We also discuss the 'collecting gene', eBird reviewing, and birding with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Other topics in this episode include group vs. solo birding, the environmental impact of birding, what makes a good birder, and listing.

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Season 5, Episode 3

#birding #ebird #australia 

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00:00 Introduction
04:34 What is it about birding that brings you joy?
06:02 The seasonality of birds
07:51 What sparked your interest in birds?
12:00 Birding with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
16:50 Is birding inclusive to people with disabilities?
18:22 Competitivity in birding
19:42 Listing
21:58 How to define a birder
23:53 Camera vs. binoculars
26:20 Being an eBird reviewer
31:30 Birding in Tasmania
35:10 What makes a good birder?
45:57 The 'collecting gene'
50:44 What drives us to be birders in evolutionary terms?
54:21 Group vs. solo birding, and the environmental impact of birding
58:31 Birding during lockdown and local patches
01:01:49 Bird surveys, citizen science, and the Tasmanian Twitchathon
01:07:58 What's your favourite bird?
01:09:48 Feeding birds and providing water
01:15:47 What's your dream bird?
01:16:45 Birding overseas and more eBird discussion
01:19:32 Balancing work/life/family with birding
01:23:01 Mona's dream destination, and discussion about birding gear
01:29:09 Conclusion

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Recorded on ZOOM on 25th June 2023

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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 record bird sounds in. Additionally, we touch on the differences between birding in Australian and India, the playfulness of birds, pelagics and much more!

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Season 5, Episode 2

#birding #soundrecording #audio  

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00:00 Introduction
05:18 What aspect of birding brings you the most joy?
08:22 How birds generate empathy in us and birds' playfulness
12:15 What sparked your interest in birds?
16:12 Differences in birding between Australia and India
21:11 Group vs. solo birding
23:52 Tasmanian birding
26:54 Pelagics
30:45 Recording bird sounds
01:11:43 What other groups of animals do you record sounds of?
01:15:25 Using sounds in ornithology research
01:17:08 Different bird 'dialects'
01:20:38 Similar-looking species
01:22:33 Best habitat types to record sounds in
01:25:58 Ramit's tips for beginner sound recordists
01:29:07 Bird monitoring and public engagement
01:41:04 What's your favourite bird?
01:44:41 What's your dream bird?
01:46:02 What's your dream birding destination?
01:50:22 Conclusion

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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 professional singer-songwriter and musician, and how this overlaps with his passion for birding.

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Season 5, Episode 1

#birding #listing #photography

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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 time with work & family. Thank you Adrian!

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Season 4, Episode 11

#birding #waders #photography

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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 the effects of having an obsession for the natural world. Thank you John!

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Season 4, Episode 10

#birding #nightparrot #naturalist

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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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#giveaway #treeswift #mailbag 

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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 makes a good birder, the joy of birding, and group vs. solo birding! Thank you for your time, Peter!

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Season 4, Episode 9

#birding #seabirds #conservation

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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 next generation, and how to manage the social dynamics of guiding a group. Of course, we also address the show's central questions like what makes a good birder, what brings joy in birding, and eBird. Thank you for your time, Nick!

Contact Nick Leseberg • n.leseberg@uq.edu.au

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Season 4, Episode 8

#birding #nightparrot #conservation

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