The Science of Birds

Ivan Phillipsen

Topics: Nature · Life Sciences

No. 50 in Science▲30

The Science of Birds is a lighthearted exploration of bird biology. It's a fun resource for any birder or naturalist who wants to learn more about ornithology. Impress your birding friends at cocktail parties with all of your new bird knowledge! Hosted by Ivan Phillipsen, a professional birding guide and passionate naturalist with a PhD in Zoology.

Latest episodeImportant Bird Areas (IBAs)November 1, 2026 · 42 min

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Latest episodes

1. Important Bird Areas (IBAs)November 1, 2026 · 42 min
2. Random Bird Thursday: An Adaptable Hurricane SurvivorOctober 22, 2026 · 14 min
3. The Terror BirdsOctober 13, 2026 · 41 min
4. Random Bird Thursday: A Judgemental Songbird with a Long TailOctober 1, 2026 · 15 min
5. Birds and the Scientific MethodSeptember 22, 2026 · 42 min
6. Random Bird Thursday: A Highly Vocal Species With Female HelpersSeptember 3, 2026 · 32 min
7. GrebesAugust 30, 2026 · 61 min
8. Random Bird Thursday: A Citrus-themed Species with Runny MascaraAugust 14, 2026 · 18 min
9. From the Field: AustraliaAugust 8, 2026 · 50 min
10. Random Bird Thursday: A Duet-singer That Uses Bones for DecorationJuly 16, 2026 · 12 min

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