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Richly illustrated with paintings, photographs, and sound recordings of featured birds, these video podcasts are an entertaining and educational supplement to the Peterson Field Guide to Birds of North America.

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    • Mar 4, 2009 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 5m AVG DURATION
    • 33 EPISODES


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    American Robin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 3:37


    Roger Tory Peterson referred to the American Robin as the one bird that everybody knows, but there's more to this species than its trademark orange breast.

    Atlantic Puffin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 4:49


    The spectacularly colorful triangular bill of the Atlantic Puffin is one of the most recognizable features of any bird. Find out more about this distinctive and-dare we say-cute species.

    Roger Tory Peterson: Almost Like Resurrection

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 11:24


    Who was Roger Tory Peterson and how did he manage, at the age of 25, to revolutionize birdwatching?

    Bald Eagle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 3:53


    Behind the symbol that decorates our currency lies a very real, powerful, and impressive bird

    Bird Songs and Sounds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 8:42


    Birds are famous for their beautiful plumage, but their songs and sounds are just as much a part of their identity and day-to-day life.

    Common Loon

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 4:47


    Meet the uniquely adapted bird behind one of the wilderness's most haunting voices.

    Ducks, Geese, Swans

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:17


    Web-footed and water-loving, this large, diverse, and gregarious group of birds is a favorite of birders and nonbirders alike.

    Finches

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 6:37


    Finches are a diverse group united by their short, heavy bills designed for cracking seeds as well as a tendency toward bright colors and cheerful songs.

    Flycatchers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:45


    Flycatchers as a family aren't as well known as warblers or finches, yet they comprise the most diverse family of birds in the New World. Take a peek inside the not-so-well-known but still fascinating family.

    Greater Roadrunner

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 3:06


    Cartoons, however funny, don't capture the true personality of this classic desert bird.

    Gulls and Terns

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:22


    Graceful, water-loving aerialists, gulls and terns are constant companions at the water's edge. Rather than an exhaustive identification seminar, this video focuses on the range of variation within this elegant group.

    The Foremost Naturalist in the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 9:06


    Roger Tory Peterson had great impact as a writer, artist, educator, and conservationist, becoming a true celebrity and being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

    Herons, Egrets, Bitterns

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 4:06


    Beautiful birds that are fun and easy to watch, these familiar waders are great for beginning birdwatchers.

    How to Identify Birds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 6:23


    Everyone wants to know of a bird: What is it? Here's how to start answering that question.

    Hummingbirds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 4:49


    Found only in the New World, the hummingbirds are famous for their bold colors, nectar-feeding habits, seemingly endless energy, and their singular ability to fly backward.

    Meadowlarks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 4:23


    Meadowlarks are at once familiar and yet surprisingly little known.

    Northern Cardinal

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 3:40


    A serious contender for the title of "Most Brilliant Backyard Bird," the Northern Cardinal is on just about everyone's list of favorite birds.

    Owls

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:02


    Who doesn't love owls? With their big eyes, mysterious faces, and nocturnal habits, owls are just downright fascinating.

    Northern Mockingbird

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:41


    What the Northern Mockingbird lacks in bright colors, it makes up for in vocal prowess.

    Peregrine Falcon

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 3:01


    Often cited as one of the world's fastest birds, the Peregrine Falcon is a formidable predator by any standard.

    Rangemaps

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:13


    Range maps provide a wealth of useful and interesting information in a simple visual form, once you learn a few basic ground rules for using them.

    Raptors Overview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:25


    The diurnal birds of prey-hawks, falcons, and their relatives-are famous for their beauty, power, and command of the air.

    Raptors ID

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 6:01


    As exciting as they are, raptors pose a number of identification challenges. This video will help you identify hawks, falcons, and their relatives.

    Red-Headed Woodpecker

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 3:13


    The bold, bright pattern of the Red-headed Woodpecker makes it a favorite among birders.

    Shorebirds ID

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 7:04


    When you're ready to take on the challenge of shorebird identification, this video will give you some simple tips to begin a lengthy but rewarding journey.

    Shorebirds Overview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:01


    Shorebirds have a reputation for being difficult to identify, but in reality, the family has a number of distinctive members. This video looks at some of the standouts in the shorebird clan.

    Thrushes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 4:59


    From suburban backyards to the deep wilderness, thrushes are widely regarded as our most gifted singers.

    Sparrows

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 6:24


    Sparrows are a family that deserve a second look. Often maligned as being dull-colored and confusing, with a little study sparrows become a favorite of many birdwatchers.

    Topography

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 8:18


    In this case, topography refers not to mountains and valleys but to the parts of a bird. A basic knowledge of how birds are put together is incredibly useful in appreciating and identifying them.

    Warblers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:39


    Tiny, restless, and often stunningly beautiful, the warblers are a reliable source of joy and occasional frustration for birdwatchers in the New World.

    Wild Turkey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 3:32


    An iconic American game bird, the Wild Turkey is one of the largest and surely one of the most distinctive members of our avifauna.

    Wood Duck

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 4:12


    The colorful harlequin plumage of the Wood Duck makes it so striking as to seem unreal. Add to that its odd squealing calls and tree-nesting habits, and you have a most unusual duck.

    Woodpeckers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2009 5:43


    Woodpeckers are surely one of the most distinctive families of birds, hitching their way up trees, chiseling out their food with specially designed bills and reinforced skulls. Woodpeckers tend to be attractively clad in bold patterns.

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