Science Friday Turning The Binoculars On Birders
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Jun 3, 2025 
In this engaging conversation, author and illustrator Rosemary Mosco shares her insights on birding, a hobby that connects enthusiasts to nature. She discusses the thrill of birdwatching festivals, complete with charming anecdotes and challenges like the infamous 'nemesis bird.' Biologist Dr. Sara Lipshutz highlights the often-overlooked lives of female birds, exposing their active roles and intriguing competitive behaviors. Together, they unveil the humor and beauty found in this vibrant community of birders.
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Emotional Snowstorm Birding
- Karina Newsome experienced an emotional moment birding in a snowstorm while finding a piloted woodpecker.
- She cried in the snow on Valentine's Day after hearing the bird's call during a difficult trek.
Waxwing Birding Hazards
- Rosemary Mosco stood under a flock of bohemian waxwings after they ate berries.
- She learned not to stand under birds after nearly getting hit by droppings.
Dangerous Birding Trek
- Randi Minotaur and her husband nearly dehydrated searching for a Colima Warbler in extreme conditions.
- They lost water, got disoriented, and doubted their sighting despite seeing the bird.
