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The Science of BirdsAuthor: Ivan Phillipsen
The Science of Birds is a lighthearted exploration of bird biology. It's a fun resource for any birder or naturalist who wants to learn more about ornithology. Impress your birding friends at cocktail parties with all of your new bird knowledge! Hosted by Ivan Phillipsen, a professional birding guide and passionate naturalist with a PhD in Zoology. Language: en-us Genres: Life Sciences, Nature, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Random Bird Thursday: A Fire-Loving Songbird Adorned with Black Oil Drops
Thursday, 8 January, 2026
In each Random Bird Thursday (RBT) episode, the goal is to highlight a bird species that probably isn't going to get featured in a full-length podcast episode. These are birds we might overlook, even though they certainly deserve some appreciation and attention. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~⚠️ SPOILER ALERT!The featured species in this episode is the Groundscraper Thrush (Turdus litsitsirupa)Groundscraper Thrush sounds: Wikimedia file and Xeno Canto recording XC347146)Support the show









