#1,107 Sept. 13, 2026

On our latest show: We learn about Audubon Rhode Island’s leading-edge work in sustainable energy and the fight against bird-killing rodenticides. Plus, we meet the wide-ranging White-tailed Hawk.

On our latest show (#1,106 Sept. 6): Another bird brought back from the brink — in New Zealand this time. Plus, our Freya McGregor’s birding accessibility research, and Mike O’Connor vs. meal moths. Hear it here: Talkinbirds.com/archive

On our latest ahow: Mike O’Connor’s hummingbird feeder advice, a bird that may soon have its name changed, and a preview of a big raptor weekend.

On our latest show: Hummingbirds drinking fermented nectar; Mike explaining goldfinch behavior; and a Violet-green Swallow singing in San Diego.

On our latest show: a crazy-amazing vocalist from Australia, an audio postcard from Alaska; and Mike O'Connor’s thoughts about hummingbird tongues.

On our latest show: An audio postcard from South Africa; a bird that eats feathers; and Mike O’Connor’s advice on buying a bird feeder.

On our latest show: Twin Sisters from Gaza explain how watching birds help them cope with the horrific conditions there. Plus, the remarkable Sword-billed Hummingbird.

On our latest show: We find out why Mike O’Connor has stopped feeding birds (temporarily); we revisit a chat with the great Rosemary Mosco, author of the hilarious Birding Dictionary; and we meet the l-o-o-o-o-ng-toed Northern Jacana.

On our latest show: Birds showing up in unexpected places; a new technique for returning Amazon parrots to the wild; and some good peanut talk with Mike O’Connor.

On our latest show: The migration champion Red Knot; Mike O’Connor’s birdbath algae experiment; and special guest Johnathan Berard on the problem with plastic (here in Plastic-free July).