Stories and bird encounters from a month of travel across Japan—from Tokyo’s parks to the wild coasts of Hokkaido.
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LISTENIvan describes his birding experiences in the Himalayan countries of Nepal and Bhutan.
Recorded in a hotel room in China, Ivan shares his recent birding and travel experiences in the countries of Vietnam and Cambodia.
From a jungle cabin in Vietnam, Ivan tells the tale of how he created a career centered on birds and birding.
Of all the ducks in the world, mergansers are the species that depend the most on fish. Not surprisingly, they’re excellent divers and swimmers.
Explore how these dynamic habitats shape the lives of coastal birds, from their feeding and nesting behaviors to the conservation challenges they face
Learn all about the unique behaviors, lifestyle, and adaptations of the Common Kingfisher, one of Eurasia's most beloved birds.
Explore the fascinating evolution of feathers, from their humble beginnings in the earliest dinosaurs to the intricate structures that enable flight in modern birds.
In this special episode of The Science of Birds, host Ivan Phillipsen reflects on the journey of the podcast, shares personal insights, and highlights three favorite bird species.
