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The Birding Life Podcast Network

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

Birding at sea, birding on shore, and a life list of 742. In this episode, Tristan Spurway shares flock-to-Marion highlights, his move to the Garden Route, beginner-friendly hotspots, and practical tips for pelagic ID. We also chat vlogging, photogra... more

In this episode, I’m joined by a familiar voice and returning guest, Dom Rollinson. Dom is not only one of South Africa’s top birders and a highly respected tour guide with Birding Ecotours, but he also brings a wealth of academic and field experienc... 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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Trevor Hardaker joins The Birding Life Podcast for a focused look at his journey and work. He founded Southern African Rare Bird News in 2008 and still sends the daily reports. He chairs BirdLife South Africa’s National Rarities Committee. He co-runs... more

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Recent Guests

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
Roger Machin
Brand representative at Canon South Africa
Canon South Africa
Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 4 - The Power of Photography: Roger Machin on Birding and Saving Marion’s Seabirds
Peter Harrison, MBE
World-renowned seabird expert and conservationist
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Episode: TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 2 - Peter Harrison MBE – A Life with Albatrosses and the Urgency of Conservation

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 64 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

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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
#142
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#160
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#168
Australia/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#1
South Africa/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#21
South Africa/Science
Apple Podcasts
#30
New Zealand/Science/Nature

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 9 - Birding Angola: Endemics, Challenges, and Life-List Dreams
Q: What tips and advice would you give to a newer birder?
Dylan emphasizes the importance of exploring on one's own to truly learn about birds and gain experiences.
TBL Podcast Season 11 Episode 9 - Birding Angola: Endemics, Challenges, and Life-List Dreams
Q: What made you decide to become a bird guide?
Dylan shares that he got hooked on birding from a young age, thanks to the support from family, and realized during his matric year that he could make birding a profession.
YWP Podcast Season 3 Episode 4 - Mark Steinfeld: Into the Wild - A journey to Becoming a Field Guide
Q: If you had to specialize in one area of guiding, what would it be and why?
I would focus on big game behavior, particularly elephant communication, due to their emotional intelligence and the need for further study in this area.
YWP Podcast Season 3 Episode 4 - Mark Steinfeld: Into the Wild - A journey to Becoming a Field Guide
Q: What do you think is one common misconception about being a field guide?
Many people think they'll earn substantial tips or quickly find romantic connections in the wild, but this is far from reality in the professional guiding world.

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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
5. Naturally Adventurous

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1. Trevor Hardaker
2. Pieter Verster
3. Dylan Vasapolli
4. Danielle Keys
5. Leandri de Beer
6. Timo Beke
7. Holly Parsons
8. Roger Machin

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