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Kiersten Gibizov
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Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Aba aba Fish
Summary: What’s an Aba aba? It’s our next unknown creature! Join Kiersten as she introduces us to the Aba aba fish. For my hearing impaired followers, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Gymnarchus niloticus” Global Biodiversity Information Facility, https://www.gbif.org “Gymnarchus niloticus, Aba aba” Seriously Fish, https://www.seriouslyfish.com “Morphology of Aba Knife Fish (Gymnarchus niloticus) (Cuvier, 1829)”, by S.O. Ayoola and C. E. Abotti. World Journal of Fish and Marine Sciences 2 (5): 354-356, 2010. Music written an...
2025-07-02
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Aba aba Fish
Summary: What’s an Aba aba? It’s our next unknown creature! Join Kiersten as she introduces us to the Aba aba fish. For my hearing impaired followers, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Gymnarchus niloticus” Global Biodiversity Information Facility, https://www.gbif.org “Gymnarchus niloticus, Aba aba” Seriously Fish, https://www.seriouslyfish.com “Morphology of Aba Knife Fish (Gymnarchus niloticus) (Cuvier, 1829)”, by S.O. Ayoola and C. E. Abotti. World Journal of Fish and Marine Sciences 2 (5): 354-356, 2010. Music written an...
2025-07-02
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Screamers
Summary: What’s all that racket? Could it be a Screamer? Join Kiersten to find out. Show Notes: Screamers: https://animaldiversity.org Music written and performed by Katherine Camp For my hearing impaired followers, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a ten minute, ten episode podcast about unknown or misunderstood wildlife. (Piano music stops) Kiersten - Welcome...
2025-03-05
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Screamers
Summary: What’s all that racket? Could it be a Screamer? Join Kiersten to find out. Show Notes: Screamers: https://animaldiversity.org Music written and performed by Katherine Camp For my hearing impaired followers, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a ten minute, ten episode podcast about unknown or misunderstood wildlife. (Piano music stops) Kiersten - Welcome...
2025-03-05
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Bats: What are they?
Summary: To this day, bats have been one of the most misunderstood animals. Join Kiersten as she reveals what bats are and begins a new series about these amazing creatures. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Bats in Question: A Smithsonian Answer Book,” by Don E. Wilson Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a...
2024-12-04
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Bats: What are they?
Summary: To this day, bats have been one of the most misunderstood animals. Join Kiersten as she reveals what bats are and begins a new series about these amazing creatures. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Bats in Question: A Smithsonian Answer Book,” by Don E. Wilson Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a...
2024-12-04
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Unbelievable Unknown Plants: Rafflesia
Summary: Rafflesia is a flower but not just any ole flower. Join Kiersten as she discusses this highly unusual plant. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Most of the world’s largest flowers (genus Rafflesia) are now on the brink of extinction,” by Pastor Malabrigo Jr, Adriane B. Tobias, Joko Witono, Sofi Mursidawati, Agus Susatya, Mat Eunuch Siti-Munirah, Adhityo Wicaksono, Reza Raihandhany, Sarah Edwards, and Chris J. Thorogood. https://doi.org/10.1002/ppp3.10431 “Rafflesia arnoldii,” Royal Botanic...
2024-09-04
07 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Unbelievable Unknown Plants: Rafflesia
Summary: Rafflesia is a flower but not just any ole flower. Join Kiersten as she discusses this highly unusual plant. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “Most of the world’s largest flowers (genus Rafflesia) are now on the brink of extinction,” by Pastor Malabrigo Jr, Adriane B. Tobias, Joko Witono, Sofi Mursidawati, Agus Susatya, Mat Eunuch Siti-Munirah, Adhityo Wicaksono, Reza Raihandhany, Sarah Edwards, and Chris J. Thorogood. https://doi.org/10.1002/ppp3.10431 “Rafflesia arnoldii,” Royal Botanic...
2024-09-04
07 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Slime Mold: Species
Summary: How many species of slime mold do you think there are? You’d be surprised! Join Kiersten and a guest co-host as she talk about the different species of slime mold. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Summary: “What is Slime Mold?” By Stephen C. George. Discover Magazine, Apr 21, 2023. https://www.discovermagazine.com “Slime Molds” by Dr. Sharon M. Douglas, Department of Plant Pathology and Ecology, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. https://portal.ct.gov “The Biota of t...
2024-03-21
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Slime Mold: Species
Summary: How many species of slime mold do you think there are? You’d be surprised! Join Kiersten and a guest co-host as she talk about the different species of slime mold. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Summary: “What is Slime Mold?” By Stephen C. George. Discover Magazine, Apr 21, 2023. https://www.discovermagazine.com “Slime Molds” by Dr. Sharon M. Douglas, Department of Plant Pathology and Ecology, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. https://portal.ct.gov “The Biota of t...
2024-03-21
10 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
More Bird Podcasts
Summary: This is The Feathered Desert’s final episode and Kiersten and Cheryl are talking about their recommendations for future listening. For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: List of podcasts discussed: BirdNote Daliy Threatened The Science of Birds Songbirding The American Birding Podcast The Warblers Bring Back Birds Ten Things I Like About… All of these can be found on all ma...
2024-02-13
11 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Arizona’s Feathered Winter Visitors: Finches
Summary: Finches visit Arizona in the winter. Join Cheryl and Kiersten to find out which finches may visit us in winter. For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Arizona’s Winter Finches,” by Charles Babbitt The Cactus Wren-Dition Winter 2023 Transcript Cheryl-Intro Some finch species are highly prone to irruptions-which are occasions when large numbers of birds take flight and regularly move hundreds of miles beyond their normal winter ranges in response to foo...
2024-02-06
10 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
What’s in a Name
Summary: Bird names are changing in 2024. Join Kiersten and Cheryl as they talk about a controversial decision made about bird names. For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “American Ornithological Society Will Change the English Names of Bird Species Named After People,” AOS Leadrership, https://americanornithology.org “These American birds and dozens more will be renamed, to remove human monikers,” by Nell Greenfield-Boyce. NPR Morning Edition, November 1, 2023. https://www.npr.org Transc...
2024-01-30
08 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Motus: Putting Arizona on the Map
Summary: What is MOTUS? It’s the next step in bird migration science. Join Cheryl and Kiersten to find out how this is putting the Phoenix Valley on the map! For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: MOTUS: https://motus.org “What is MOTUS?” by Rebecca Stephenson. Desert Rivers Audubon Magazine, Winter 2023. As of the recording of this podcast, we have not been able to find a link with volunteer information for MOTUS but the article...
2024-01-15
12 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Flick This!
Summary: Why do birds flick their tails? Join Kiersten and Cheryl as they talk about some of the reasons birds may flick their tails. For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Why Do Birds Flick Their Tails?” Bird Note, June 13, 2023 “Why Do Phoebes Pump Their Tails?” David Sibley, https://sibleyguides.com “Tail Movements in Birds – Current Evidence and New Concepts,” by Christoph Randler. Ornithological Science 15: 1-14 (2016). Transcript Kiersten: Welcome...
2023-12-18
09 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
One Hatchling, A Vaccine, and Hope for the Future
Summary: Join Cheryl and Kiersten for a true story of love and struggle in the time of the bird flu. For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Special Delivery,” by Zoe Grueskin, Audubon Magazine Fall 2023, pages 20-27 Transcript: Cheryl Intro: The Arizona’s flock of southwest condors is about 115 birds. These birds roost and roam from the Grand Canyon to Zion National Park. Each bird has a number and most have GPS or a radio tracker so that...
2023-11-28
14 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Echidna: Modern Enigma
Summary: Ech-what? Echindas are mammals that break all the rules of Nature! Join Kiersten as she takes us on a journey into the weird world of the echidna. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “The Princeton Encyclopedia of Mammals,” edited by David W. Macdonald Echidna Fact Sheet, March 18, 2022. PBS Nature. https://ww.pbs.org “The Creature Feature: 10 Fun Facts About the Echidna,” by Mary Bates, Wired, Jul 3, 2014. Short-beaked Echidna. Bush Heritage Au...
2023-11-23
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Echidna: Modern Enigma
Summary: Ech-what? Echindas are mammals that break all the rules of Nature! Join Kiersten as she takes us on a journey into the weird world of the echidna. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: “The Princeton Encyclopedia of Mammals,” edited by David W. Macdonald Echidna Fact Sheet, March 18, 2022. PBS Nature. https://ww.pbs.org “The Creature Feature: 10 Fun Facts About the Echidna,” by Mary Bates, Wired, Jul 3, 2014. Short-beaked Echidna. Bush Heritage Au...
2023-11-23
10 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Birds, Pesticides, and Flowering Gardens
Summary: Birds and pesticides do not mix! Join Kiersten and Cheryl as they talk about the history of birds and pesticides, the current status of birds and pesticides, and discuss what we can do in our own backyards. For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Huge decline in songbirds linked to common insecticide.” National Geographic, https://www.nationalgeographic.com “A neonicotinoid insecticide reduces fueling and delays migration in songbirds,” by Margaret L. Eng, Bridget J. M. Stutchbury, and Christ...
2023-11-21
12 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Rattlesnakes: Myths Part 2
Summary: There are sooo many myths about rattlesnakes that Kiersten had to do a second episode! Join Kiersten as she dispels more myths about rattlesnakes. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Rattlesnake: Portrait of a Predator by Manny Russo America’s Snake: The Rise and Fall of the Timber Rattlesnake by Ted Levin Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Transcript (Piano music plays) Kierst...
2023-11-01
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Rattlesnakes: Myths Part 2
Summary: There are sooo many myths about rattlesnakes that Kiersten had to do a second episode! Join Kiersten as she dispels more myths about rattlesnakes. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: Rattlesnake: Portrait of a Predator by Manny Russo America’s Snake: The Rise and Fall of the Timber Rattlesnake by Ted Levin Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Transcript (Piano music plays) Kierst...
2023-11-01
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Rattlesnakes: Anatomy
Summary: Rattlesnakes are terribly misunderstood animals. Join Kiersten as she kicks of this series on rattlesnakes with anatomy For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: America’s Snake: The Rise and Fall of the Timber Rattlesnake by Ted Levin Rattlesnake: Portrait of a Predator by Manny Russo Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Transcript (Piano Music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like Ab...
2023-09-06
12 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Rattlesnakes: Anatomy
Summary: Rattlesnakes are terribly misunderstood animals. Join Kiersten as she kicks of this series on rattlesnakes with anatomy For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: America’s Snake: The Rise and Fall of the Timber Rattlesnake by Ted Levin Rattlesnake: Portrait of a Predator by Manny Russo Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Transcript (Piano Music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like Ab...
2023-09-06
12 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Avoiders, Adapters, and Exploiters
Summary: There are three categories of birds that can be found in the wild. Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they discuss the research of wildlife scientist John Marzluff and how it pertains to the birds in our backyards. For our hearing-impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Welcome to Subirdia: Sharing Our Neighborhoods with Wrens, Robins, Woodpeckers, and Other Wildlife, by John Marzluff. Transcript Cheryl Intro: Ever wonder who moves into the neighborh...
2023-08-14
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Coelacanth: Limbs vs Fins
Summary: Are they limbs or are they fins? What are those things on the side of the coelacanth? Join Kiersten and a guest host to find out! For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Shoe Notes: “Coelacanth Fossil Sheds Light On Fin-to-limb Evolution.” Science Daily, https://www.sciencedaily.com Anatomy: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/fish/anatomy.html Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Oxford Languages Dictionary Merriam-Webster Dictionary C...
2023-08-03
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Coelacanth: Limbs vs Fins
Summary: Are they limbs or are they fins? What are those things on the side of the coelacanth? Join Kiersten and a guest host to find out! For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Shoe Notes: “Coelacanth Fossil Sheds Light On Fin-to-limb Evolution.” Science Daily, https://www.sciencedaily.com Anatomy: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/fish/anatomy.html Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Oxford Languages Dictionary Merriam-Webster Dictionary C...
2023-08-03
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Coelacanth: Living Fossil
Summary: Is the coelacanth a ‘living fossil’? Join Kiersten and a guest co-host as they discuss this controversial topic. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: ‘Coelacanths as “almost living fossils”’ by Lionel Calvin and Guillaume Guinot, Front. Ecol. Evol., 13 August 2014, https://www.frontiersin.org “Resolving the Phylogenetic Position of Coelacanth: The Closest Relative Is Not Always the Most Appropriate Outgroup”, by Naoko Takezaki and Hidenori Nishihara, Genome Bill Evil, 2016Apr; 8(4): 1208-1221, https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/bi...
2023-07-12
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Coelacanth: Living Fossil
Summary: Is the coelacanth a ‘living fossil’? Join Kiersten and a guest co-host as they discuss this controversial topic. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean Show Notes: ‘Coelacanths as “almost living fossils”’ by Lionel Calvin and Guillaume Guinot, Front. Ecol. Evol., 13 August 2014, https://www.frontiersin.org “Resolving the Phylogenetic Position of Coelacanth: The Closest Relative Is Not Always the Most Appropriate Outgroup”, by Naoko Takezaki and Hidenori Nishihara, Genome Bill Evil, 2016Apr; 8(4): 1208-1221, https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/bi...
2023-07-12
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Odds and Ends
Summary: In this episode Kiersten and a guest host talk about a few things we know only a little bit about, such as caecilian origins and how they communicate. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Caecilians: An Overview https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/caecilians “Petrified Forest Brings the Funk with the World’s Oldest Fossil Caecilian.” Park Paleontology News, Vol 15, No 1, Spring 2023. Https://www.nps.gov/aticles/000/petrified-forest-brings-the-funk-with-the-world-s-oldest-fossil-caecilian.htm Music writ...
2023-05-24
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Odds and Ends
Summary: In this episode Kiersten and a guest host talk about a few things we know only a little bit about, such as caecilian origins and how they communicate. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Caecilians: An Overview https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/caecilians “Petrified Forest Brings the Funk with the World’s Oldest Fossil Caecilian.” Park Paleontology News, Vol 15, No 1, Spring 2023. Https://www.nps.gov/aticles/000/petrified-forest-brings-the-funk-with-the-world-s-oldest-fossil-caecilian.htm Music writ...
2023-05-24
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Defense
Summary: Join Kiersten as she talks about how caecilians defend themselves against predators. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Morphological Evidence for an Oral Venom System in Caecilian Amphibians,” by Pedro Luis Mailho-Fontana, Marta Maria Antoniazzi, Cesar Alenandre, Daniel Carvalho Pimenta, Juliana Mozer Sciani, Edmund D. Brodie Jr., and Carlos Jared. iScience, Volume 23. Issue 7,101234, July 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.isci.2020.101234 “Predation on Caecilians (Caecilia orientalis) by Hawks (Leucopternis princeps) Depends on Rainfall,” by Harold F...
2023-05-18
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Reproduction
Summary: Now that we know about the existence of caecilians. Let’s talk about how caecilians make more caecilians! Join Kiersten as she walks us through the various ways caecilians reproduce. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “The Care and Captive Breeding of the Caecilian Typhlonectes natans” by Richard Parkinson. Herpetological Bulletin, 2004, Number 88. “Reproductive ecology of female caecilian amphibians (genus Ichthyophis): a baseline study” by Alexander Kupfer, Jarujin Nabhitabhata, Werner Himstedt. Boiological Journal of th...
2023-05-11
12 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Diet
Summary: What do these secretive amphibians eat? Join Kiersten as she takes you on a culinary journey in this episode on caecilian diet. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Caecilian jaw-closing mechanics: integrating two muscle systems” by Thomas Kleinteich, Alexander Haas, and Adam P. Summers. J R Soc Interface, 2008 Dec 6: 5(29): 1491-1504. doi: 10.1098/rsif.2008.0155 “Diet of the Banana Caecilian Ichthyophis bannanicus in Mekong Delta, Vietnam” by Binh V. Ngo, Nghiep T. Hoang, and Chung D Ego...
2023-05-03
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Locomotion
Summary: Caecilians are legless amphibians, so how do they get around? Join Kiersten as she talks about caecilian locomotion. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “The kinematics of locomotion in caecilians: effects of substrate and body shape” by Anthony Here et. al, J Exp Cool A Ecol Genet Physiol. 2010. Https//pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov “A comparative study of locomotion in the caecilian Dermophis mexicanus and Typhlonectes natans (Amphibia: Gymnophiona)” by Adam P. Summers...
2023-04-27
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Species
Summary: This little known amphibian has 200 different species in its ranks. Join Kiersten as she takes you on a quick tour of the different caecilian species. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Amphibian Class by Rebecca Stefoff https://www.britannica.com/animal/caecilian-amphibian/classification Music written and performed by Katherine Camp Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Lik...
2023-04-19
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Anatomy
Summary: Caecilians are unique vertebrates that have some incredible anatomy. Join Kiersten as she takes on a tour of the caecilian body. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Amphibian Class by Rebecca Stefoff Caecilians: An Overview https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/caecilians “An insight into the skin glands, dermal scales and secretions of the caecilian amphibian Ichthyophis beddomei.” Damodaran Arun, S. Sandy, Mohammad Abdulkader Akbarsha, Omen V. Omen, and Letha Divya...
2023-04-12
10 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Wrens of the Southwest: A Boisterous Clan
Summary: Wrens are some of the most charismatic families of songbirds! Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they introduce you to some found in the Southwest. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: www.allaboutbirds.org “Western Chatterboxes” by Ken Keffer, Birds and Blooms Magazine pg 26-32. Background bird song: Naturescapes Backyard Birds www.naturescapes.com Our email address, please reach out with comments, questions, or suggestions: thefeathereddesert@gmail.com
2023-04-11
14 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: Senses
Summary: This amazing amphibian’s senses are unique and almost unbelievable! Join Kiersten as she sheds a little light on caecilian senses. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Amphibian Class by Rebecca Stefoff “Underground amphibians evolved unique ear.” by PlanetEarth Online. https://phys,org/news/2014-07-underground-amphibians-evolved-unique-ear.html Caecilians: An Overview https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/caecilians “The comparative morphology and evolution of the eyes of caecilians (Amphibia, Gymnophiona...
2023-04-05
09 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Spring Migration in the Southwest
Summary: Spring migration in the Southwest is a wonderful time to get out there with your binoculars and see some fly-through visitors as a special treat. Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they highlight a few birds that visit the southwest only during spring migration. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Background bird song: Naturescapes Backyard Birds www.naturescapes.com Our email address, please reach out with comments, questions, or suggestions: thefeathereddesert@gmail.com ...
2023-04-04
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: What are they?
Summary: Have you ever heard of a caecilian? Join Kiersten and a guest co-host to find out what it is! For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Amphibian Class by Rebecca Stefoff https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/science/carcilians-found-in-south-florida “The Creature Feature: 10 Fun FactsAbout Caecilians (or, This Amphibian is One in a Caecilian)” by Mary Bates, https://www.wired.com Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten...
2023-03-29
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Caecilians: What are they?
Summary: Have you ever heard of a caecilian? Join Kiersten and a guest co-host to find out what it is! For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Amphibian Class by Rebecca Stefoff https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/science/carcilians-found-in-south-florida “The Creature Feature: 10 Fun FactsAbout Caecilians (or, This Amphibian is One in a Caecilian)” by Mary Bates, https://www.wired.com Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten...
2023-03-29
08 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
50th Anniversary of the Endangered Species Act
Summary: 2023 is the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act! Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they explain what this act is and how it has helped our feathered friends over the last fifty years. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.fws.gov https://epa.gov https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov https://www.biologicaldiversity.org Background bird song: Naturescapes Backyard Birds www.naturescapes.com Our...
2023-03-27
18 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
The Sonoran Gold Star Hotel: Saguaro Cactus
Summary: Have you ever stopped to really look at a Saguaro cactus? Do you know how many birds use this great plant as a hotel, water source, and food source? Join Cheryl and Kiersten to find out! For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.nps.gov/sagu/index.htm https://www.npa.gov/sagu/learn/nature/birds.htm The Arizona Republic Sunday, March 12, 2023 "Why saguaro is so important to...
2023-03-20
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Conservation
Summary: Even tarantulas need a little love! Many species of tarantulas are disappearing and in this episode Kiersten talk about what’s happening and what we’re doing to help. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “Farewell to the World’s Smallest Tarantula?” By Jane Schneider https://www.nwf.org/Magazines/National-Wildlife/2017/Oct-Nov/Conservation/Spruce-Fir-Moss_Spider “Beautiful Ornamental Tarantulas Win Global Protections from Pet Trade.” https://biologicaldiversit...
2023-03-15
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Conservation
Summary: Even tarantulas need a little love! Many species of tarantulas are disappearing and in this episode Kiersten talk about what’s happening and what we’re doing to help. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “Farewell to the World’s Smallest Tarantula?” By Jane Schneider https://www.nwf.org/Magazines/National-Wildlife/2017/Oct-Nov/Conservation/Spruce-Fir-Moss_Spider “Beautiful Ornamental Tarantulas Win Global Protections from Pet Trade.” https://biologicaldiversit...
2023-03-15
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Myth Busting
Summary: There are so many myths about tarantulas that are untrue and perpetuate fear. Join Kiersten as she dispels some of these myths. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://tomsbigspiders.com/2015/08/15/the-best-and-most-ridiculous-tarantula-myths/ “The Natural History of Tarantula Spiders” by Richard C. Gallon https://www.thebts.co.uk/old_articles/natural.htm Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a ten minute...
2023-03-02
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Myth Busting
Summary: There are so many myths about tarantulas that are untrue and perpetuate fear. Join Kiersten as she dispels some of these myths. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://tomsbigspiders.com/2015/08/15/the-best-and-most-ridiculous-tarantula-myths/ “The Natural History of Tarantula Spiders” by Richard C. Gallon https://www.thebts.co.uk/old_articles/natural.htm Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a ten minute...
2023-03-02
08 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Ground Feeding: Yah or Nah?
Summary: Ground feeding can be quite controversial. Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they tackle this topic talking about the good and bad, and giving s few tips on doing it responsibly. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Seed Block Recipe: Bird Seed Block Recipe Ingredients Tools 5 cups birdseed Large mixing bowl ½ cup Bark Butter (optional)* Whisk or Fork 1 cup warm water Spoon 2 packets unflavored gelatin Mold-muffin tin No sugar added dried fruit (optional) Directions Arrange dried fruit in tin in desired pattern. (optional...
2023-02-27
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Defense
Summary: Tarantulas have many predators and they have developed a plethora of ways to defend themselves. Join Kiersten as she discusses these interesting and surprising behaviors. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “The Natural History of Tarantula Spiders” by Richard C. Gallon https://www.thebts.co.uk/old_articles/natural.htm “Parasites of Tarantulas,” Pizzi, Romain. Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine, Vol 18, Issue 4, pg 283-288. https://www.science...
2023-02-22
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Defense
Summary: Tarantulas have many predators and they have developed a plethora of ways to defend themselves. Join Kiersten as she discusses these interesting and surprising behaviors. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “The Natural History of Tarantula Spiders” by Richard C. Gallon https://www.thebts.co.uk/old_articles/natural.htm “Parasites of Tarantulas,” Pizzi, Romain. Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine, Vol 18, Issue 4, pg 283-288. https://www.science...
2023-02-22
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Reproduction
Summary: Making babies isn’t easy for tarantulas! So many steps go into creating tarantula spiderlings. Join Kiersten as she talks you through this fascinating behavior. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “The Natural History of Tarantula Spiders” by Richard C. Gallon https://www.thebts.co.uk/old_articles/natural.htm Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I L...
2023-02-15
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Reproduction
Summary: Making babies isn’t easy for tarantulas! So many steps go into creating tarantula spiderlings. Join Kiersten as she talks you through this fascinating behavior. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “The Natural History of Tarantula Spiders” by Richard C. Gallon https://www.thebts.co.uk/old_articles/natural.htm Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I L...
2023-02-15
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Biomimicry
Summary: Tarantulas have taught us some pretty cool things! Join Kiersten and a guest co-host as they talk about what tarantulas have taught us about colors and pain killers. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Tarantula venom could be used as a potent pain reliever” by Angela Betsaida B. Laguipo, BSN; https://www.news-medical.net/news/20200414/Tarantula-venom-could-be-used-as-a-potent-pain-reliver.aspx “Tarantula Venom Helps Reveal How We Sense Pain” by Ben Taub; https://www.iflscience.com/tarantula-venom-helps-reveal-how-we-sense-pain-36091 “Blue...
2023-02-09
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Biomimicry
Summary: Tarantulas have taught us some pretty cool things! Join Kiersten and a guest co-host as they talk about what tarantulas have taught us about colors and pain killers. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: “Tarantula venom could be used as a potent pain reliever” by Angela Betsaida B. Laguipo, BSN; https://www.news-medical.net/news/20200414/Tarantula-venom-could-be-used-as-a-potent-pain-reliver.aspx “Tarantula Venom Helps Reveal How We Sense Pain” by Ben Taub; https://www.iflscience.com/tarantula-venom-helps-reveal-how-we-sense-pain-36091 “Blue...
2023-02-09
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Species
Summary: Did you know that there are more than 850 species of tarantulas and that they’ve been around since the time of the dinosaurs? Join Kiersten as she delves into the natural history of the tarantula and takes a look at the different species alive today. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery Remarkable Animals: The Tarantula by Gail LaBonte “Tarantulas are everywhere and now researchers know why” by...
2023-02-01
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Species
Summary: Did you know that there are more than 850 species of tarantulas and that they’ve been around since the time of the dinosaurs? Join Kiersten as she delves into the natural history of the tarantula and takes a look at the different species alive today. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery Remarkable Animals: The Tarantula by Gail LaBonte “Tarantulas are everywhere and now researchers know why” by...
2023-02-01
10 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Creative Expression in Birds of the Southwest
Summary: Birds are innovative but are they creative? Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they discuss some birds of the Southwest through the eyes of an artist, and you can decide whether you think they are creative as well as innovative! For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: www.interesting-facts.com/bald-eagle-facts/ www.pbs.org/nova/article/what-birdsong-can-teach-us-about-creativity https://zuckermanninstitute.columbia.edu/how-birds-learn-sig-annd-waht-reveals-about-human-communication www.allaboutbirds.org https://www.bushheritage.org.au/sp...
2023-01-30
15 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: How They Hunt
Summary: Tarantulas are predators! They have a unique way of hunting their prey. Join Kiersten as she walks you through how these eight-legged wonders catch food. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery Remarkable Animals: The Tarantula by Gail LaBonte Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a ten minute, ten episode podcast about unknown or mis...
2023-01-26
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: How They Hunt
Summary: Tarantulas are predators! They have a unique way of hunting their prey. Join Kiersten as she walks you through how these eight-legged wonders catch food. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery Remarkable Animals: The Tarantula by Gail LaBonte Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a ten minute, ten episode podcast about unknown or mis...
2023-01-26
09 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Tube Feeders vs Cylinder Feeders
Summary: There are so many types of bird feeders on the market and you may be asking which one is best! Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they discuss the differences, pros, and cons of tube feeders and cylinder feeders. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Tube and Cylinder Feeders: www.wbu.com/mesa Background bird song: Naturescapes Backyard Birds www.naturescapes.com Our email address, please reach out with comments, questions, or suggestions: the...
2023-01-23
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Where They Live
Summary: Tarantuals live all over the world! Join Kiersten as she talks about where tarantulas live, what habitats they like, and how they got all over the planet. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “Tarantulas are everywhere and now researchers know why” by Mihai Andrei, ZME Science https://www.zmescience.com/science/biology/tarantula-evolution-gondwana-19042021/ https://www.heath-hands.org.uk/blog/subterranean-spiders https://www.biodiversityexplorer.info/ar...
2023-01-18
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Where They Live
Summary: Tarantuals live all over the world! Join Kiersten as she talks about where tarantulas live, what habitats they like, and how they got all over the planet. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “Tarantulas are everywhere and now researchers know why” by Mihai Andrei, ZME Science https://www.zmescience.com/science/biology/tarantula-evolution-gondwana-19042021/ https://www.heath-hands.org.uk/blog/subterranean-spiders https://www.biodiversityexplorer.info/ar...
2023-01-18
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Senses
Summary: The senses of the tarantula are complex and bind-blowing! Join Kiersten as she walks you through this amazing arachnid’s sense of sight, hearing, touch, taste and smell. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery https://study.com/academy/lesson/tarantulas-anatomy-habitat-bite.html https://www.labroots.com/trending/plants-and-animals/18796/surprise-tarantulas-color-vision “The evolution of coloration and opsin in tarantulas.” By Satires Foley, Vinodkumar Saranathan, and William H. Piel...
2023-01-12
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantulas: Senses
Summary: The senses of the tarantula are complex and bind-blowing! Join Kiersten as she walks you through this amazing arachnid’s sense of sight, hearing, touch, taste and smell. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery https://study.com/academy/lesson/tarantulas-anatomy-habitat-bite.html https://www.labroots.com/trending/plants-and-animals/18796/surprise-tarantulas-color-vision “The evolution of coloration and opsin in tarantulas.” By Satires Foley, Vinodkumar Saranathan, and William H. Piel...
2023-01-12
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantula: Anatomy
Summary: Tarantulas are a frequently misunderstood animal so join Kiersten as she illuminates what makes them so cool! We start off with anatomy. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery https://study.com/academy/lesson/tarantulas-anatomy-habitat-bite.html https://www.britannica.com/science/book-lung https://www.tarantulasdemexico.com/en/anatomia_en.htm Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This...
2023-01-04
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Tarantula: Anatomy
Summary: Tarantulas are a frequently misunderstood animal so join Kiersten as she illuminates what makes them so cool! We start off with anatomy. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show notes: The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery https://study.com/academy/lesson/tarantulas-anatomy-habitat-bite.html https://www.britannica.com/science/book-lung https://www.tarantulasdemexico.com/en/anatomia_en.htm Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This...
2023-01-04
11 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
What’s That Bird?: Gila Woodpecker
Summary:A three-minute podcast from the hosts of The Feathered Desert about individual bird species found in the desert Southwest Show Notes: Bird song provided by Kiersten Gibizov www.allaboutbirds.org
2022-12-29
02 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Conservation
Episode 15: Vaquita: Conservation Summary: The vaquita is balancing on the edge of extinction. With only 10 left, can we save these beautiful porpoises? Join Kiersten as she talks about the conservation efforts surrounding the vaquita. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/west-coast/science-data/vaquita-conservation-and-abundance https://seasheperd.org/milagro/ Robinson, Jacqueline; Kyriazis Christopher; Nidenda-Morales, Sergio; Beichman, Annabel; Rojas-Bracho, LOrenzo; Robertson, Kelly; Fontaine, Micheal; Wayne, Robert; Lohmueller, Kirk; Tay...
2022-12-28
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Conservation
Episode 15: Vaquita: Conservation Summary: The vaquita is balancing on the edge of extinction. With only 10 left, can we save these beautiful porpoises? Join Kiersten as she talks about the conservation efforts surrounding the vaquita. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/west-coast/science-data/vaquita-conservation-and-abundance https://seasheperd.org/milagro/ Robinson, Jacqueline; Kyriazis Christopher; Nidenda-Morales, Sergio; Beichman, Annabel; Rojas-Bracho, LOrenzo; Robertson, Kelly; Fontaine, Micheal; Wayne, Robert; Lohmueller, Kirk; Tay...
2022-12-28
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Research Techniques
Summary: Scientific research into the natural history of animals is incredibly important. Join Kiersten as she talks about the ways we are researching the vaquita. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Vaquita: Science, Politics, and Crime in the Sea of Cortez by Brooke Bessesen Original music written and performed by Katherine Camp Vaquita Conservation Organizations porpoise.org Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - Th...
2022-12-21
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Research Techniques
Summary: Scientific research into the natural history of animals is incredibly important. Join Kiersten as she talks about the ways we are researching the vaquita. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Vaquita: Science, Politics, and Crime in the Sea of Cortez by Brooke Bessesen Original music written and performed by Katherine Camp Vaquita Conservation Organizations porpoise.org Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - Th...
2022-12-21
09 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
California Condor: Giants of the Sky
Summary: Have you ever wondered what the largest bird in North America is? If you live in AZ, CA, UT, or Baja you might have seen it, the California Condor. Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they take you on a flight with this majestic bird. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Ornithology by Frank B. Gill Birds of The World: The visual guide to more than 800 species, covering the entire range of bird families by Colin Harrison an...
2022-12-20
17 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Behavior
Summary: Vaquita behavior is another fascinating thing about this unknown animal! Join Kiersten as she gives you a glimpse into the behavior of vaquita marina. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/onlinelearningcenter/species/vaquita https://porpoise.org/save-the-vaquita/ Vaquita: Science, Politics, and Crime in the Sea of Cortez by Brooke Bessesen Vaquita Conservation Organizations Porpoise.org Transcript (Piano mus...
2022-12-14
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Behavior
Summary: Vaquita behavior is another fascinating thing about this unknown animal! Join Kiersten as she gives you a glimpse into the behavior of vaquita marina. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/onlinelearningcenter/species/vaquita https://porpoise.org/save-the-vaquita/ Vaquita: Science, Politics, and Crime in the Sea of Cortez by Brooke Bessesen Vaquita Conservation Organizations Porpoise.org Transcript (Piano mus...
2022-12-14
09 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Bird Irruptions
Summary: Have you ever thought where did that bird come from? Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they talk about irruptions in birds which could explain why you are seeing an unfamiliar bird in your yard. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Ruby-crowned-kinglet/overview www.birdsandbloom.com/birding/birding-basics/irrutions-forecast www.donnallog.com/winter-bird-migration-and-irruptions Background bird song: Naturescapes Backyard Birds www.naturescapes.com Our emai...
2022-12-13
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Habitat
Summary: The vaquita lives in the most biodiverse body of water on the planet! Join Kiersten as she take you on a journey through the Sea of Cortez. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.nmmf.org/marine-mammal/vaquita-porpoise/ https://www.britannica.com/place/Gulf-of-California https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1182 “Birth of an Ocean” by Annie Reisewitz: https://scripps.ucsd.edu/news/birth-ocean https://www.fisheries.noaa.go...
2022-12-08
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita: Habitat
Summary: The vaquita lives in the most biodiverse body of water on the planet! Join Kiersten as she take you on a journey through the Sea of Cortez. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.nmmf.org/marine-mammal/vaquita-porpoise/ https://www.britannica.com/place/Gulf-of-California https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1182 “Birth of an Ocean” by Annie Reisewitz: https://scripps.ucsd.edu/news/birth-ocean https://www.fisheries.noaa.go...
2022-12-08
11 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Family Corvidae: Episode Four: Jays
Summary: In this final episode of Family Corvidae join Cheryl and Kiersten as they talk about what makes jays so interesting and learn about the five different jays found in Arizona. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Ornithology by Frank B. Gill Https://corvidresearch.blog/catergory/jay-behavior/ Transcript Host Voice: Welcome to The Feathered Desert a podcast all about desert bird feeding in the Southwest region of the U...
2022-12-05
19 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Canada Goose – Frequent Flyer in Arizona
Summary: Ever wonder about those Canada Geese that hang out in Arizona all year long? Join Cheryl and Kiersten to find out some pretty amazing things about these waterfowl! For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: www.Allaboutbirds/guide/Canada_Goose www.birdnote.org Our email address, please reach out with comments, questions, or suggestions: thefeathereddesert@gmail.com Transcript Host Voice: Welcome to The Feathered Desert a pod...
2022-11-28
11 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita
Summary: What is a vaquita? Join Kiersten as she takes you under the sea to learn about this amazing porpoise. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/525704/facts-about-the-vaquita https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/onlinelearningcenter/species/vaquita https://porpoise.org/save-the-vaquita/ https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/dolphin_porpoise.html Vaquita Conservation Organizations porpoise.org Transcript (Piano music plays) ...
2022-11-23
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Vaquita
Summary: What is a vaquita? Join Kiersten as she takes you under the sea to learn about this amazing porpoise. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/525704/facts-about-the-vaquita https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/onlinelearningcenter/species/vaquita https://porpoise.org/save-the-vaquita/ https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/facts/dolphin_porpoise.html Vaquita Conservation Organizations porpoise.org Transcript (Piano music plays) ...
2022-11-23
08 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Owls of Arizona: Silent Hunters of the Night Sky: Part 2
Summary: Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they continue their discussion of the owls found in Arizona. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: www.avibirds.com/owls-of-arizona/ www.a-z-animals.com/blog/true-owls-vs-barn-owls-what-are-the-diffrences/ Owling: Enter the World of the Mysterious Birds of the Night, by Mark Wilson Liberty Wildlife: (480)998-5550 2600 E Elmwood St. Phoenix, AZ 85040 https://Libertywildlife.org Background bird...
2022-11-21
24 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
What’s That Bird?: Northern Cardinal
Summary:A three-minute podcast from the hosts of The Feathered Desert about individual bird species found in the desert Southwest Show Notes: Bird song provided by Kiersten Gibizov www.allaboutbirds.org
2022-11-17
02 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Conservation Organizations
Summary: Pangolins are in danger of extinction but there are people out there trying to help. Join Kiersten as she highlights four organizations that are working toward saving the pangolin. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Save Pangolins: https://www.savepangolins.org Zoological Society of London: https://www.zsl.org Rare and Endangered Species Trust Namibia: https://www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife: svw.vn Trans...
2022-11-16
09 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Conservation Organizations
Summary: Pangolins are in danger of extinction but there are people out there trying to help. Join Kiersten as she highlights four organizations that are working toward saving the pangolin. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Save Pangolins: https://www.savepangolins.org Zoological Society of London: https://www.zsl.org Rare and Endangered Species Trust Namibia: https://www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife: svw.vn Trans...
2022-11-16
09 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Tool Use in Birds
Summary: Did you know that birds use tools? They do! Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they discuss all the ways bird use tools. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: https://pigeon.psy.tufts.edu/ https://www.birdwatchingdaily.com/news/science/various-ways-that-birds-around-the-world-use-tools/ “Bait-fishing by Birds: A Fascinating Example of Tool Use” by William E. Davis and Julie Zickefoose - https://sora.unm.edu/ https://web.stanford.edu/group/stanfordbirds/text/essays/Tool_Using.h...
2022-11-14
17 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Tails
Summary: All pangolins have tails, but each species’ tail is unique. Join Kiersten and a special guest co-host as they discuss pangolin tails. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Pangolin ID Guide: https://www.usaidrdw.org//resources/pangolin-species-identification-guide/pangolin-id-guide-rast-english.pdf pangolins.org https://arkansasresearch.uark.edu/researcherss-discover-fossil-of-new-species-of-pangolin-in-europe/ Pangolin Conservation Organizations: Rare and Endangered Species Trust - www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife - www.svw.vn ...
2022-11-09
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Tails
Summary: All pangolins have tails, but each species’ tail is unique. Join Kiersten and a special guest co-host as they discuss pangolin tails. For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean. Show Notes: Pangolin ID Guide: https://www.usaidrdw.org//resources/pangolin-species-identification-guide/pangolin-id-guide-rast-english.pdf pangolins.org https://arkansasresearch.uark.edu/researcherss-discover-fossil-of-new-species-of-pangolin-in-europe/ Pangolin Conservation Organizations: Rare and Endangered Species Trust - www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife - www.svw.vn ...
2022-11-09
10 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Bird Laws
Summary: Laws protecting birds can be confusing but Cheryl and Kiersten take a moment to make it all clear. Join your Feathered Desert co-hosts as they talk federal, state, and city laws that protect our birds. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: https://www.fws.gov/law/migratory-bird-treaty-act-1918 https://www.audubon.org/news/migratory-bird-treaty-act https://www.fws.gov/media/list-birds-protected-migratory-bird-treaty-act-2020 https://cals.arizona.edu/yavapai/anr/hort/byg/archive/wildlifelegalstatus.html ht...
2022-11-07
16 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Habitats and Behavior
Summary: There are many different habitats that pangolins call home. Join Kiersten as she talks about these diverse areas. For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: animaldiversity.org africanpangolin.org animalia.bio Pangolin Conservation Organizations: Rare and Endangered Species Trust - www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife - www.svw.vn Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like...
2022-11-02
12 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Habitats and Behavior
Summary: There are many different habitats that pangolins call home. Join Kiersten as she talks about these diverse areas. For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: animaldiversity.org africanpangolin.org animalia.bio Pangolin Conservation Organizations: Rare and Endangered Species Trust - www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife - www.svw.vn Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like...
2022-11-02
12 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Owls of Arizona: Silent Hunters of the Night Sky: Part 1
Summary: Did you know that Arizona is home to 13 different species of owls? Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they talk about these amazing feathered residents. For our hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: www.avibirds.com/owls-of-arizona/ www.a-z-animals.com/blog/true-owls-vs-barn-owls-what-are-the-diffrences/ Owling: Enter the World of the Mysterious Birds of the Night, by Mark Wilson Liberty Wildlife: (480)998-5550 2600 E Elmwood St. Phoenix, AZ 85040 https://Libertywildlife.org ...
2022-10-31
23 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Senses
Summary: Sight, sound, taste, and smell. These senses help pangolins hunt, communicate, and survive. Join Kiersten as she talks about what we know about pangolin senses. For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: “Pangolin genomes and the evolution of mammalian scales and immunity.” View Woh Choo, Mike Rayko, Tze King Tan, Ranjeev Hair, Aleksey Komissarov, Wei See Wee, Andrey A. Yurchenko, Sergey Oliver, Gail Tamazian, Agostinho Antunes, Richard K. Wilson. Welsey C. Warren, Klaus-Peter Koepfli, Patrick Minx, Ksenia Krasheninnikova, Antionette Kotze...
2022-10-26
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Feet
Summary: Pangolins have one of the strangest gaits in the animal kingdom! Join Kiersten and a special co-host as they talk about pangolin feet and gait. For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: Pangolin ID Guide: https://www.usaidrdw.org//resources/pangolin-species-identification-guide/pangolin-id-guide-rast-english.pdf The Encyclopedia of Mammals edited by Dr. David Macdonald Pangolin Conservation Organizations: Rare and Endangered Species Trust - www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife - www.svw.vn
2022-10-20
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Pangolins: Feet
Summary: Pangolins have one of the strangest gaits in the animal kingdom! Join Kiersten and a special co-host as they talk about pangolin feet and gait. For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: Pangolin ID Guide: https://www.usaidrdw.org//resources/pangolin-species-identification-guide/pangolin-id-guide-rast-english.pdf The Encyclopedia of Mammals edited by Dr. David Macdonald Pangolin Conservation Organizations: Rare and Endangered Species Trust - www.restnamibia.org Save Vietnam’s Wildlife - www.svw.vn
2022-10-20
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Ten Things I Like About Pangolins: Species
Summary: Did you know there is more than one species of pangolin? Kiersten didn't either! Join her to find out how many species of pangolin there are and where they're found. For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: References for this episode - The Encyclopedia of Mammals edited by Dr. David Macdonald www.savepangolins.org https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/mammals/facts-about-pangolins treepangolinresource.weebly.com/digestion bioweb.uwlax.edu/bio203/s2012/grosshue_cr...
2022-09-28
10 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Ten Things I Like About Pangolins: Digestive Tract
Summary: The amazing digestive tract of the pangolin includes a 27 inch long tongue and a stomach with teeth! Join Kiersten as she travels through the incredible digestive tract of the pangolin. For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: References for this episode - The Encyclopedia of Mammals edited by Dr. David Macdonald www.savepangolins.org https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/mammals/facts-about-pangolins treepangolinresource.weebly.com/digestion bioweb.uwlax.edu/bio203/s2012/grosshue_cr...
2022-09-21
08 min
Ten Things I Like About... Podcast
Ten Things I Like About Pangolins: Scales
Summary: What is a pangolin? It's an amazing creature that looks like a living breathing artichoke! Join Kiersten as she begins this series of podcast talking about this mammal's scales. That right, this is a mammal with scales! For my hearing impaired listeners, a transcript of this podcast follows the show notes. Show Notes: References for this episode - The Encyclopedia of Mammals edited by Dr. David Macdonald www.savepangolins.org https://www.discoverwildlife.com/animal-facts/mammals/facts-about-pangolins Pangolin Conservation Organizations: Rare...
2022-09-14
10 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
What’s That Bird?: Curved-bill Thrasher
Summary:A three-minute podcast from the hosts of The Feathered Desert about individual bird species found in the desert Southwest. Show Notes:Bird song provided by Kiersten Gibizov www.allaboutbirds.org Wild Birds Unlimited, Mesa https://mesa.wbu.com Our New email address, please reach out with comments, questions, or suggestions: thefeathereddesert@gmail.com
2022-03-11
02 min
The Feathered Desert Podcast
Birding by Ear in the Southwest
Summary: Have you ever wondered who is singing in your backyard? This series of The Feathered Desert can help you become an excellent audial birder. Join Cheryl and Kiersten as they play bird songs and calls in conjunction with discussing some of our desert birds. This is an interactive podcast so have your bird ID guide ready! Show Notes: References - The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Western North America by David Allen Sibley iBird Ultimate: Ultimate Guide to Birds App Bird Song for Cactus Wren, Curve-billed Thrasher, Gila Woodpecker, a...
2022-01-17
14 min