
Why do rattlesnakes rattle and hummingbirds hum? How do flowers market themselves to pollinators? Why do tarantulas cross the road? Nature Notes investigates questions like these about the natural world of the Chihuahuan Desert region and the Llano Estacado. Through interviews with scientists and field recordings, this Marfa Public Radio original series reveals the secrets of desert life. Join hos... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 20 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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Owl sightings aren’t unusual in West Texas. You might spot a great horned owl in Alpine or Marfa, a barn owl in a farm building in Presidio or a burrowing owl on the Marathon grasslands. And the irresistible elf owl – which, at less than 6 inches lon... more
Chihuahuan Desert grasslands are the main winter home for birds known as grassland specialists – chestnut-collared and thick-billed longspurs, lark buntings and horned larks, Sprague’s pipits and diverse sparrows. These birds are deeply imperiled, an... more
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As a newbie to West Texas, this podcast is so great! I love the insights into the region’s history and biodiversity from local experts. Plus I learned what to do if bit by a scorpion or snake! Thank you guys for producing it!
This is my favorite podcast that I subscribe to. I get so excited when a new one comes out. I can’t get enough, I wish episodes were an hour long! If you love West Texas, nature, or science you’ll love Nature Notes. Wherever you are, while you are listening to this you will feel like you are on a hilltop looking out on the Chihuahuan Desert. Thank you Marfa Public Radio for making this show available!
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Exploring the fascinating intricacies of the Chihuahuan Desert and surrounding regions, this series addresses a range of ecological and biological questions through expert interviews and field recordings. Episodes tackle topics such as plant-pollinator interactions, the behavior of local wildlife, and the impact of climate change on desert ecosystems. Unique insights from scientists interspersed with engaging storytelling bring the mysteries of nature to life, making it accessible and entertaining for listeners who share a passion for the outdoors, science, and conservation.
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Recent guests on Nature Notes include:
1. Maureen Frank
2. Shelby DePurier
3. Dr. Maureen Frank
4. Cecilia Riley
5. Tim Roberts
6. Budry Ghimiri
7. Peter Scott
8. James Cornett
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