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The Birding Life Podcast Network

The Birding Life Podcast Network
Birding
Conservation
South Africa
Wildlife Photography
Bird Conservation
Nature Conservation
Kruger National Park
Uganda
Seabirds
Birdlife South Africa
Marion Island
Bird Photography
Biodiversity
Southern Africa
Mouse-Free Marion Project
Photography
Birding Community
Elaine's Birding
Birdwatching
Atlasing

The Birding Life Podcast Network brings you a mix of shows all about African birding and nature. We're here to connect you with birds, the great outdoors, and the amazing people we meet along the way. Tune in and join us on our adventures!

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We identify birds by name, we learn them by name, and we talk about them by name. But how often do we stop and ask where those names actually come from, what they mean, or what stories sit behind them?

My guest today is Eddie Germiquet, author of So... more

Nardus Taljard has built an impressive online community around something he genuinely loves, wildlife, Kruger and the stories that unfold in the wild.

But what does it actually take to turn that passion into a successful digital platform?

In this e... more

My guest today is Kenyan birder, guide and ornithologist James Apolloh Omenya, who was part of an expedition into the Boni Forest region of Kenya in search of two of the country’s lost birds, the Red Weaver and the Tana River Cisticola.

The expediti... more

Welcome to episode one of the SnA Youth birders podcast! This podcast has been created to share birding with a younger generation and to help those parents that are raising young naturalists.

We chatted with one of Southern Africa’s top young birde... more

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Recent Guests

James Apolloh Omenya
Kenyan birder, guard, and ornithologist; expedition leader into Boni Forest for lost birds
Episode: TBL Podcast - Season 15 Episode 3 - Finding Kenya's Lost Red Weaver
Daniel Engelbrecht
Birding expert from Limpopo, Uganda and South Africa; known for extensive field guiding and birding records
King of Limpopo
Episode: SnA Youth Birders Podcast - Season 1 Episode 1 - Daniel Engelbrecht - The Bird Man from Limpopo
David Elias Smith
Science and Spatial Planning Project Manager at BirdLife South Africa
BirdLife South Africa
Episode: TBL Podcast - Season 15 Episode 2 - What Is a CAR Count and Why Should Birders Care?
Tony Parker
Internationally bestselling author specializing in Africa-based wildlife and conservation stories
Author (Africa-focused fiction and non-fiction)
Episode: YWP Podcast - Season 7 Episode 1 - The Wild World of Tony Park
Jamie Joseph
Founder of Saving the Wild; conservation advocate
Saving the Wild
Episode: YWP Podcast - 2026 World Ranger Day Special with Saving the Wild's Jamie Joseph
David Winter
Guest; early contributor to Bindo and key figure in its development
Bindo app team
Episode: TBL Podcast - Season 14 Episode 10 - More Than a Million Bird Sightings: The Story Behind Bindo
Paula Pebsworth
Primatologist and driving force behind the Chacma Baboon Project
Chacma Baboon Project, Limpopo
Episode: YWP Podcast Season 6 Episode 5 - Chacma Baboons, Human Conflict and the Meaning of Coexistence with Dr Paula Pebsworth
Scott Weidensaul
American ornithologist, migration researcher, conservationist, and author
Author of Return of the Oystercatcher
Episode: TBL Podcast - Season 14 Episode 9 - Return of the Oystercatcher: Stories of Hope in a Changing World
Rory Baker
Professional wildlife photographer, photography educator, founder of Rory Baker Photography
Rory Baker Photography
Episode: TBL Podcast - Season 14 Episode 8 - The Wildlife Photographer's Guide to Better Birding

Hosts

Gabby Sikora
Co-host and guest-focused interviewer with a deep background in wildlife photography and conservation storytelling.
Adam
Co-host guiding episodes on birding hotspots, field techniques, and conservation topics with industry connections.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Look forward to birding SA one day!

    Listen from Australia and love hearing all about your birds and how well connected the birding community is over there. Only just found the podcast so got a lot to listen to! Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greenislandwanderer
    Australia5 years ago
  • A fab birding podcast, which presents interviews and special topics from around the world, but with a special focus on South Africa. Learn how to refine your birding techniques, hear trip reports from local birders, interviews with international experts, and discover the wonderful birds found in key African habitats. Always fascinating!

    Podchaser
    5
    Suzy Buttress
    5 years ago
  • Amped my interest

    Really enjoyed most of the episodes so far. They’ve got me really excited to get out Birding once the lockdown is over.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ace Wigs
    South Africa6 years ago
  • Epic!

    Really enjoy this podcast! Thanks Adam!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Asher Pardey
    South Africa6 years ago
  • Glad to be subscribed to this channel!

    A Birding podcast covering everything about birding and other interests that gravitate and intersect with birding. Great to learn about the people behind the well known names and hear their insights, tips and advice and sharing their vast local and international knowledge. Well done, and keep the podcasts coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Focker555
    United Kingdom6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Strong community feel and clear focus on African birding and conservation topics.
Listeners appreciate the practical field tips and approachable hosts.
The show balances technical depth with accessible storytelling, which helps beginners and veterans alike.
Guests are diverse and bring real-world experience from conservation, photography, and field biology.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#91
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#190
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#152
France/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#164
Germany/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#2
South Africa/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#35
South Africa/Science

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TBL Podcast - Season 15 Episode 3 - Finding Kenya's Lost Red Weaver
Q: What bird would you like to go and search for next?
James expresses a desire to pursue the Orange River Francolin and potentially a subspecies of Redneck Francolin, though safety and access considerations would shape future expeditions.
SnA Youth Birders Podcast - Season 1 Episode 1 - Daniel Engelbrecht - The Bird Man from Limpopo
Q: What was your spark bird when you started birding?
My spark bird was Knysna Turaco, as recalled by my parents; that early moment of identification sparked a lifelong curiosity and desire to learn more about birds.
SnA Youth Birders Podcast - Season 1 Episode 1 - Daniel Engelbrecht - The Bird Man from Limpopo
Q: What advice do you have for youngsters getting into birding?
Start with your local patch, connect with other birders to learn from experienced ones, and gradually expand to your province while hunting with purpose for key species; engage with communities like Youth Birders to stay motivated and learn collaboratively.
SnA Youth Birders Podcast - Season 1 Episode 1 - Daniel Engelbrecht - The Bird Man from Limpopo
Q: Dan, how are you doing today?
Thanks, Tristan. It's great to be here and reconnect with a longtime friend; it feels like a natural conversation about our shared passions and journeys in birding.
TBL Podcast - Season 15 Episode 1 - Tristan Spurway - The Sound of a New Generation
Q: How did Tristan's birding journey start and what obstacles did he overcome early on?
He started with a family that loved nature, moved into bird photography with a basic setup, and gradually built skills and gear, learning to see birds on the wing and relying on local exploration before traveling widely.

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A vibrant show focused on African birding, nature, and conservation, with episodes ranging from field identification and hotspot guides to technology-driven citizen science and wildlife advocacy. Listeners get practical birding tips, photography insights, and behind-the-scenes conversations with researchers, guides, and conservationists working across Southern Africa. Noteworthy are its hands-on, community-centered stories, youth voices, and a strong emphasis on ethics, mentorship, and cross-border collaboration that helps make nature more accessible and impactful for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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1. James Apolloh Omenya
2. Daniel Engelbrecht
3. David Elias Smith
4. Tony Parker
5. Jamie Joseph
6. David Winter
7. Paula Pebsworth
8. Scott Weidensaul

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