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The Birding Life Podcast Network

The Birding Life Podcast Network
Birding
Nature Conservation
Bird Photography
Conservation
Kruger National Park
South Africa
Wildlife Photography
Photography Gear
Field Guides
Personal Growth
Camera Settings
Vultures
Horse Riding
Travel Business
Climate Change
Botha's Lark
South African Culture
Mastery
Faith
Criticism and Acceptance

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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Latest Episodes

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Alan Lee, the Science and Innovation Programme Manager at BirdLife South Africa. Alan is one of the leading voices in bird conservation in South Africa and has spent years working with data, habitat trends, and red l... more

From a single suet mix made in her kitchen to a business that reaches birders across South Africa, Elaine Reed’s journey is proof that passion can truly take flight. In this episode, Gabby sits down with the founder of Elaine’s Birding. a proudly Sou... more

In this special episode, I’m joined once again by my good friend Calvin Harris — not the DJ, the birder! This time, we’re recording from a deck at Ndumo Game Reserve, surrounded by the sounds of the African bush. You might even hear a Wood Owl or Nig... more

In this episode of The Birding Life Youth Podcast, Josh chats to his friend India Jardine about their recent trip to Botswana. India runs us through the highlights of our stay and enchants us with the many stories we came home with!

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Recent Guests

Elaine Reed
Founder of Elaine's Birding, wildlife artist, and bird conservation advocate.
Elaine's Birding
Episode: YWP Podcast - Season 4 Episode 2 - From suet to success, the Elaine’s Birding story
Dom Rollinson
One of South Africa's top birders and a highly respected tour guide
Birding Ecotours
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 2 - Southern Africa’s Birding Hotspots with Dom Rollinson (Part 1)
Trevor Hardaker
Founder and editor of the Southern African Rare Bird News, influential birder in South Africa.
Southern African Rare Bird News, BirdLife South Africa
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 1 - Trevor Hardaker Lists Birds and Lessons
Pieter Verster
A passionate birder and champion of atlasing
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 10 - Every Bird Counts Atlasing for Fun, Learning, and Conservation
Dylan Vasapolli
Expert guide and long-time Birding Ecotours tour member.
Birding Ecotours
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 9 - Birding Angola: Endemics, Challenges, and Life-List Dreams
Danielle Keys
Field researcher with extensive experience living on Marion Island
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 8 - Voices from Marion Island Life on One of Earth’s Wildest Places
Leandri de Beer
Field researcher specializing in seabird monitoring on Marion Island
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 8 - Voices from Marion Island Life on One of Earth’s Wildest Places
Timo Beke
An incredibly talented wildlife and bird photographer from Belgium
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 6 - Wings, Wild Spaces, and the Perfect Shot – Timo Beke’s Story
Holly Parsons
Founder of the Albatross Lovers Facebook group, artist and conservationist
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 5 - Holly Parsons Finding Healing and Purpose Through Albatrosses

Hosts

Adam
Host of The Birding Life Podcast, passionate about birding and conservation.
Gabby Sikora
Host of the Young Wildlife Photographers of Southern Africa Podcast, advocating for youth involvement in wildlife conservation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 65 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
    Australia4 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
    4 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 Africa5 years ago
  • Epic!

    Really enjoy this podcast! Thanks Adam!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Asher Pardey
    South Africa5 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 Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Many find the mix of expert guests and practical advice on birding very informative and exciting.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions about birding and conservation and connect with the passion of the hosts.
Audiences enjoy how the podcast raises awareness around critical conservation issues, especially for vulnerable species.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#32
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#96
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#249
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#135
Australia/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#206
Germany/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#4
South Africa/Science/Nature

Talking Points

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TBL Podcast Season 12 Episode 3 - Southern Africa’s Birding Hotspots with Dom Rollinson (Part 2)
Q: When do you feel it's an advantage to rent a birding company to assist you?
A foreign visitor should generally consider a birding company for higher chances of seeing desired birds due to their experience, especially if they may not return to the area frequently.
YWP Podcast - Season 4 Episode 1 - Pelagic Thrills & Garden Route Chills with Tristan Spurway
Q: What advice would you give to those wanting to improve their pelagic birding skills?
Start with identifying easier birds and features first, rather than trying to get down to a species from the start.
YWP Podcast - Season 4 Episode 1 - Pelagic Thrills & Garden Route Chills with Tristan Spurway
Q: Which of the two provinces is more beginner-friendly for birders and why?
The Garden Route is more beginner-friendly due to better accessibility and a higher number of species sighting opportunities.
YWP Podcast - Season 4 Episode 1 - Pelagic Thrills & Garden Route Chills with Tristan Spurway
Q: What ignited your passion for birding?
I've always been in the natural world since I was extremely young and started taking photos of birds at the age of 14.
TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 9 - Birding Angola: Endemics, Challenges, and Life-List Dreams
Q: What does an average trip to Angola look like?
Dylan describes that trips require around two and a half to three weeks, focusing on intense birding each day.

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1. Life List: A Birding Podcast
2. The American Birding Podcast
3. Hannah and Erik Go Birding
4. The Science of Birds
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1. Elaine Reed
2. Dom Rollinson
3. Trevor Hardaker
4. Pieter Verster
5. Dylan Vasapolli
6. Danielle Keys
7. Leandri de Beer
8. Timo Beke

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