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Songbirding

Rob Porter
Allegheny National Forest
Magnolia Warbler
Blackburnian Warbler
Kananaskis Country
Ovenbird
Hermit Thrush
Scarlet Tanager
American Robin
Canada Warbler
Blue-Headed Vireo
Common Yellowthroat
Red-Eyed Vireo
Dark-Eyed Junco
Southern Ontario
Cedar Waxwing
Northern Yellow Warbler
Yellow-Bellied Sapsucker
Hooded Warbler
Black-Throated Green Warbler
Christmas Bird Count

Let's go birding by ear! Guided by award-winning naturalist and field recordist Rob Porter, the Songbirding podcast is an audio nature documentary that takes you on guided hikes while you learn the songs of dozens of North American songbird species. Entirely recorded in the field, and equally ideal for learning or relaxing to. You won't hear any other podcast quite like this. Songbirding has been ... more

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It’s almost two years later and I’m back again at this mountain forest, but this time in the evening. Earlier in the bird breeding season, many species will make a special effort to be heard before the sun sets, to make one last proclamation of terri... more

The conclusion of a hike through this forest off of Sibbald Trail in Kananaskis in July of 2023.

Credits

Songbirding: Kananaskis Country is a Songbirding Studios production.

Recorded, engineered, narrated and created by Rob Porter.

The Songbirdin... more

Off the Sibbald Trail, just west of Sibbald Meadows Pond, I found a small pull-over and hiking trail leading into the woods to explore. With just a few hours until my flight back for this first trip I decided to pop in for a quick listen, to hear wha... more

I’m continuing my exploration of Opal Day Use area along the main highway of Kananaksis Trail. This location is alongside a river and seems to be abundant with warblers, sandpipers, Columbian ground squirresl and more.

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Songbirding: Kananask... more

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Rob Porter
Host and creator of Songbirding; field recordist and naturalist.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 284 ratings
  • Nice

    I love this concept. As a person who primarily birds by ear I love the idea of this podcast. I had trouble getting into it though because I could barely hear the birds compared to the voice of the narrator. So mostly it feels like I’m listening to someone name birds in the field which doesn’t do it for me personally. I would be really into this if I could clearly hear the birds, along with the narration.

    I think the sound of the footsteps are nice and give it a real field recording vibe but as... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zaia207
    United Statesa month ago
  • Annoying walking sounds

    Annoying walking sounds need to be edited

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    nowhere65
    United States2 months ago
  • Wow

    I misclicked on this podcast but then it put me to sleep in 2 minutes and for some reason I dreamed that I was a bird so yeah 4 stars I guess 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bean Machine🤩🤩🤩
    United States2 months ago
  • Like taking a walk with someone who knows their bird calls! Relaxing, informative, and based in Canada. Also a good episode length, around 25-30 minutes.

    Podchaser
    5
    Karlissa J.
    2 months ago
  • Thank you Rob

    My favourite podcast. The Kananaskis recordings have been a real treat. I haven't been able to get to the mountains in recent years due to illness and they sound like home!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c_jjjjjj
    Canada2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many feel the work supports mental well-being and nature connection.
Listeners praise the immersive field recordings and calming narration, ideal for winding down or bedtime routines.
High-quality birding content praised for audio clarity and practical ear training.
Appreciation for non-intrusive commentary that lets birdsong take center stage.

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#3
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#25
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#26
Canada/Science/Nature
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#180
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#242
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
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#137
Australia/Science/Nature

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What is Songbirding about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This nature-focused audio documentary guides listeners on field-recorded hikes while learning the songs of dozens of North American songbirds. Real-time bird identifications, immersive soundscapes, and gentle narration create an educational yet soothing listening experience, with a strong emphasis on birding by ear, recording techniques, and place-based natural history. Episodes blend practical tips for field recording with observational storytelling, making it accessible for beginners and engaging for seasoned birders who want to hear the environment as much as the birds. A notable strength is the intimate, immersive approach that often doubles as a relaxing listen or a sleep aid, while keeping a high level of naturalist craft and regional... more

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