Episode 26: Carrion My Vulture Sons (Turkey Vulture, Black Vulture)
In possibly the grossest episode yet, John tackles the ugly and misunderstood vultures of North America, the Black Vulture and the Turkey Vulture. After starting off with a sphincter clenching Native ...
5 Mar 20211h 11min
Episode 25: No Country for Old Wren (Carolina Wren)
Wren in doubt, check Dirty Bird out! In this tiny episode (by DB standards) for a tiny bird, John ventures into the Monongahela national forest to record an episode about the Carolina Wren. Learn abou...
12 Feb 202144min
Episode 24: Flicker? I just met 'er! (Northern Flicker)
What has a white rump and a yellow (or red) shaft? The Northern Flicker of course! John and TJ discuss the many pun worthy aspects of the Northern Flicker's unique behaviors and biology. Also, a poem ...
24 Jan 20211h 16min
Episode 23: Clash of Kingfishers (Belted Kingfisher)
These fierce flying fishermen can be found across North America anywhere near bodies of water. Find out how they evolved to be such adapt hunters, learn ancient greek and native american stories invol...
13 Jan 202157min
Episode 22: Let Earth receive her King(let)! (Ruby-Crowned Kinglet, Golden-Crowned Kinglet)
You've heard about little pigs called piglets, now get ready for little kings! Learn about these tiny, spectacular birds found throughout much of the US in Winter. Sporting crowns of gold, orange, red...
27 Des 202049min
Episode 21: Get in my (red) Belly! (Red-Bellied Woodpecker)
With a belly full of Thanksgiving leftovers, join John to learn about the cornucopia of food red-bellied woodpeckers fill their bellies with! Learn everything you need to know- and some stuff you cert...
28 Nov 20201h 3min
Episode 20: Dr. (Bird) House: Interview with Wildlife Veterinarian Dr. Jen Riley, DVM
A very educational interview with Director of Veterinary Services at Blue Ridge Wildlife Center, Dr. Jen Riley, DVM! Join Dirty Bird Podcast as we diagnose and treat wild bird injuries and diseases. F...
19 Nov 20201h 17min
Episode 19: Dirty Bird Rehab: Interview with Jessica Anderson, Rehabilitation Coordinator at Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
They tried to send Dirty Bird to Rehab and we said YES YES YES!...In this episode we hear some amazing bird rescue stories from the Rehabilitation Program Coordinator at Blue Ridge Wildlife Center in ...
12 Nov 20201h 15min
