
The American Birding Podcast brings together staff and friends of the American Birding Association as we talk about birds, birding, travel and conservation in North America and beyond. Join host Nate Swick every Thursday for news and happenings, recent rarities, guests from around the birding world, and features of interest to every birder.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 383 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NatureLeisureHobbiesScience | |||

One of the most iconic and beloved birds of the North American west is the Clark's Nutcracker, the highlight of anyone's trip to the high country. It will come as no surprise to anyone that the bird's relationship to the ecosystem goes beyond begging... more
In 2023, ABA Area birders welcomed Chihuahuan Meadowlark to the official ABA Checklist, and subsequently to many life lists. Previously considered a distinct subspecies of Eastern Meadowlark, the split was the result of work done by Dr. Johanna Beam ... more
Birding editor Ted Floyd returns for another episode of random birds. This time around, the random number generator wants passerines, and Ted and host Nate Swick must oblige. We cover the ABA's Bird of the Year for 2026, and a number of other grassla... more
It's the first This Month in Birding panel of the new year, and Nate welcomes a crew of birders featuring Mollee Brown, Frank Izaguirre, and Jordan Rutter to discuss predation of penguins, evolving junco bills, and weird bird stuff in our houses. Plu... more
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Really enjoyed the discussion of birds especially the grebes and alligators and the wonderful snow bunting - almost lyrical description of risk versus benefit.
I just listened to the podcast of the Gray Headed Chickadee. I’m new to birding, about a month. Went on vacation and just stayed local. Went to Cape May NJ which is less than an hour from my home and my wife and I explored the area and took a habitat tour which talked all about birds. Very interesting and relaxing. My first bird to ID was the Sanderling. Became an ABA member to learn more. Then ran into this podcast from the ABA website. One can learn a lot listening to podcasts I believe. You k... more
I love listening to this podcast but I often find myself turning it off because sometimes the audio is super quiet and then it immediately gets super loud, so when I listen in my earbuds it kinda hurts.
During the fire Buckhannon 2022 I think here in Western part of Virginia. The smoke was heavy here in Lexington even but as I watched, there must’ve been 25 or 30 new birds in my yard. What I noticed first was 8 to 10 woodpeckers which was an unusual site. also noticed a reduction of hummingbirds the following year.
It's a tough world out there for birds. Kudos to Nate for his efforts to educate and inspire. Like it or not, human activities do impact birds, and I appreciate this podcast for giving listeners context for understanding what birds are where, and why. I learn something important from each episode. Keep up the good work!!!
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A dynamic exploration into the world of birding and conservation takes center stage in this podcast. Through engaging discussions, the host and various guests reflect on current bird sightings, rare bird alerts, and conservation initiatives affecting avian species in North America and beyond. Episodes often feature insightful interviews with ornithologists, authors, and birding enthusiasts, shedding light on diverse topics from bird behavior and identification to the intersection of birding and technology, such as the use of apps for bird detection. Unique segments in each episode highlight the joyful and sometimes humorous aspects of birding culture, making it appealing both to seasoned bird watchers and newcomers alike.
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Recent guests on The American Birding Podcast include:
1. Peri Sasnett
2. Dr. Johanna Beam
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5. Ed Yong
6. Kristina Knowski
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