Episode 59: An Elephant Bird Never Forgets: The 4 Extinct Elephant Birds of Madagascar

Episode 59: An Elephant Bird Never Forgets: The 4 Extinct Elephant Birds of Madagascar

The (possibly recently!) extinct Elephant Birds were fittingly named. Not only were they the largest birds to ever live with eggs even bigger than dinosaur eggs, they also filled a vital niche in Madagascar similar to that of Elephants of mainland Africa. Learn all about the four extinct species of Elephant birds with John and Tim in this episode! We talk about their fossil record, amazing facts about their biology, their evolutionary history, and how they went extinct. Also, we cover the geological history of Madagascar and the arrival of the first humans to the island. Learn everything you need to know about Elephant Birds!
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Thanks for the iTunes review RMbirder!
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Big thanks to Astrapionte for providing the cover art for this episode! Find their artwork @strpit7108 on deviantart, youtube, and Reddit!
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Also huge shout out to everyone who voted in the Dirty Bird Daryl poll, personalized shout outs to everyone in this episode!
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Intro music by Ricky Pistone and outro music by the Sidewalk Slammers, find them wherever you get your music

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Episode 84: Dad Bod Bird: The Streak-Chested Antpitta

Episode 84: Dad Bod Bird: The Streak-Chested Antpitta

Hey hungry I'm Antpitta! The antpitta birds have a unique body shape with nearly non-existent tails, long skinny legs, and a big 'ole pot belly. They look more at home in front of a grill with a beer ...

4 Elo 34min

Episode 83: Round Robin Round 2: The European Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

Episode 83: Round Robin Round 2: The European Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

Robin Returns! In this listener suggested episode from across the pond, Dr. John talks about the European Robin. Despite the similar name, its actually not related to the American Robin at all! Learn ...

10 Heinä 45min

Episode 82: Ospreys, OBX, and Children's Books: Interview with author Adrienne Palma on her book Oakley The Osprey

Episode 82: Ospreys, OBX, and Children's Books: Interview with author Adrienne Palma on her book Oakley The Osprey

Kid friendly episode! Dr. John and nature/children's book author Adrienne Palma discuss her book Oakley The Osprey which is packed full of fun Osprey facts and amazing illustrations. Also, the book is...

26 Helmi 39min

Episode 81: Loosey Goosey (Barnacle Goose)

Episode 81: Loosey Goosey (Barnacle Goose)

HONK! In this listener suggested episode, Dr. John covers his first species of the family Anseriformes (Ducks, Geese, Swans) by talking about the Arctic specialist the Barnacle Goose. This bird is sup...

21 Tammi 46min

Episode 80: Oh my Starling, Clementine (European Starling)

Episode 80: Oh my Starling, Clementine (European Starling)

Listeners give this episode 5/5 Starlings! Love them or hate them, European Starlings are here to stay in their introduced range across every continent except Antarctica. Even though they eat crops, c...

24 Marras 20251h 11min

Episode 79: Whatever Floatz your Hoatz(in): The Farting, Fermenting Hoatzin!

Episode 79: Whatever Floatz your Hoatz(in): The Farting, Fermenting Hoatzin!

The Hoatzin may stink but this episode doesn't! Join Dr. John as he talks about the incredible life history of this Amazon rainforest bird. This bird is truly unique- its the only bird that can fly, s...

12 Loka 202556min

Episode 78: The Gift of the Magpie (Eurasian Magpie)

Episode 78: The Gift of the Magpie (Eurasian Magpie)

The Magpie is a smart and ubiquitous bird found throughout Europe and Asia and its no surprise its captured human intention across many cultures. It has even had a opera written about it! Learn about ...

25 Elo 202554min

Episode 77: Chip Off the Old Squawk: An Interview with Chip Chase of White Grass Ski Touring Center

Episode 77: Chip Off the Old Squawk: An Interview with Chip Chase of White Grass Ski Touring Center

In a conversation that meanders and glides like the cross country ski trails of a snow covered mountain, Dr. John sits down in the woods with Chip Chase to discuss birds, ecosystems, and optimism. Loc...

3 Heinä 202558min

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