Sinica Podcast The Swifts of Beijing, with Terry Townshend of Birding Beijing
Aug 15, 2024
Terry Townshend, a cornerstone of China's birding community, joins the late Jeremy Goldkorn for a lively discussion. They explore the remarkable migration patterns of the Peking Swift, shedding light on its role in Beijing's ecosystem. The conversation delves into the impacts of urban development on swift habitats and innovative conservation efforts. They also discuss the intriguing dynamics of birdwatching culture in the city, along with the challenges of balancing ecological sustainability with rapid modernization.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Swifts and Sustainability: A Flight to Education
02:30 • 4min
Collaboration for Conservation: Swallows and Swifts in Beijing
06:15 • 2min
Swifts in Urban Transformation
08:02 • 19min
Bird Migration and Conservation in Beijing
27:22 • 16min
Ecological Sacrifice: The 2022 Winter Olympics
43:00 • 6min
Exploring Urban Birdwatching
48:57 • 9min