Dirty Bird Podcast

• 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 the unique behaviors of these birds that show just how intelligent they are- maybe even on par with the great apes (or us humans?). Join Dr. John in the woods of Buckhannon, WV during a tree cricket filled summer afternoon as he tells you everything you need to know about the Common Magpie. .Intro music by Ricky Pistone and Outro music by the Sidewalk Slammers. Check them out wherever you get your music.Bird sounds are from Xeno-Canto.orgOpening Call by David Bissett .Magpie typical call by Johannes Worona .Magpie Variety Calls by Aku Kalliomaki . Whisper Song by Jacob Ramil Millarengo .Socializing sounds by Nicolas Martinez 

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• 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. Located in the beautiful and unique Canaan Valley of Tucker County, West Virginia, White Grass Touring center offers cross country and snowshoeing experiences rarely seen outside the West Coast or Vermont and its owner/operator- Chip Chase- is a living legend in the towns of Davis and Thomas. With his years of wisdom, mastery in naturalism, and positive outlook Chip tells tales of the birds of Canaan Valley mixed in with ecology lessons and outdoor philosophy. Come sit by the creek with us and chat! 

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• Episode 76: Sons and Darters: The Four Darter/Anhinga Species

  A four for one special! In this episode, Dr. John tells you everything you need to know about the four Darter species, also known as Anhinga. These curious water birds have a variety of nicknames from "water turkey" to "snake bird". Learn how to identify them in the field, listen to their calls, and find out all about their unique hunting strategy that separates them from other avian aquatic species. Also, listen to the soothing background noises of the summer forest in Buckhannon, West Virginia!.Thanks to Jess for this episode's bird watch!.Thanks to Milko for providing the photo for this episode's cover art! Check his instagram page out @milkogervet_photography .Intro music by Ricky Pistone and Outro music by the Sidewalk Slammers. Check them out wherever you get your music.All Bird Sounds are from Xeno-Canto.org.Opening Anhinga Anhinga call by Phil Brown .Nesting Call by Paul Marvin.American Darter greeting call by Daniel Parker .African Darter by Lynette Rudman .Australasian Darter by Nick Talbot.Oriental Darter by Andrew Spencer

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• Episode 75: Let you Hair(y) Down(y): All about the Hairy and Downy Woodpecker

  In this two for one episode, learn about the very similar looking Downy and Hairy Woodpecker! The smallest woodpecker in North America, the Downy Woodpecker can be difficult to tell apart from its larger cousin the Hairy Woodpecker but Dr. John will teach you tips and tricks to expertly differentiate them on your next birding adventure. Plus, learn all about their feeding and breeding. And finally, end the show with insight into their evolutionary history and learn why they look so much alike. Plus a bird watch from Cass! .Intro music by Ricky Pistone and Outro music by the Sidewalk Slammers .Bird sounds are from xeno-canto.org.Opening downy whinny by Bobby Wilcox.Downy call 1 by Paul Marvin.Hairy call 1 by Scott Olmstead.Downy Whinny 1 by Paul Marvin.Downy Call 2 by Frank Lambert .Hairy Call 2 by Scott Olmstead .Downy Rattle by Paul Marvin.Hairy Rattle by Scott Crabtree.Downy Drumming 1 by Joseph Morlan.Hairy Drumming by Richard E. Webster .Fast Downy Drumming by Paul Driver.Downy Drum 2 by Paul Driver.Hairy Drum 2 by Richard E. Webster.Feeding Pecks by Samuel Jones Hairy + Downy 

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• Episode 74: Big Socks? Big Hawks! (Red-Tailed Hawk)

  With its nearly an inch and a half long taong, the red-tailed hawk certainly wears big socks. And you know what they say about big socks...big hawks! The Red-Tailed Hawk is ubiquitous across North America where its large body size and preference to perch along roadways make it easy to spot. But what secrets is the red-tailed hawk hiding? On this episode of Dirty Bird Podcast, learn all about the life history of the red-tailed hawk. Dr. John tells you all about the feeding and breeding (including some spicy love stories!) before ending the show talking about conservation and evolution. Also, we start this episode with a Native American Cultural Story: How The Hawk Got Its Red Tail. ..Intro music by Ricky Pistone and outro music by the Sidewalk Slammers. Check them out wherever you get your music.Red-Tailed Hawk Intro sound from xeno-canto.org by Richard E. Webster Drum Sound from freesound.org by sandyrbFlute Sound from freesound.org by CarlosCarty Bald Eagle call from xeno-canto.org by Steve Hampton Red Tailed Hawk Call 2 from xeno-canto.org by Peter Ward and Ken Hall Bald Eagle Call 2 from xeno-canto.org by Pal MarvinThump sound from freesound.org by KrystianPawlowski Slice sound from freesound.org by CalGreHollywood Red-Tailed Hawk call from xeno-canto.org by Bruce Lagerquist Warning Call Red-Tailed Hawk from xeno-canto.org by Jeff Dyck Begging Call from xeno-canto.org by Richard E. Webster 

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