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Wild Bird Acoustics

Alan Dalton
Field Recording
Sweden
Sandemar Reserve
Bird Recording
Birdwatching
Västerbotten
Tyresta National Park
Bird Migration
Visible Migration
Bird Vocalizations
Sound Recording
Soundscapes
Common Redpoll
Eurasian Jay
Hallegern
Common Crane
Garden Warbler
Nocturnal Migration
Arctic Tern
Marsh Warbler

Step into the living soundscape of Scandinavia with Wild Bird Acoustics — a deeply immersive birding podcast hosted by birder, naturalist, and sound recorder Alan Dalton. Recorded across the forests, wetlands, coastlines, and wild spaces of Sweden, this podcast invites listeners to slow down, listen carefully, and reconnect with nature through authentic bird sound recordings and atmospheric natura... more

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Over the years, I have become increasingly fascinated by one of natures greatest engineers, European Beaver. As a field recorder, I am naturally to drawn to wetlands. These rich habitats are often full of interesting bird species and offer rich recor... more

In the latter half of September 2025, I travelled north to the tiny island of Hällögern, in the northern part of Sweden. On this occasion I would spend two weeks on the island during the peak period of autumn migration. The trip was carefully planned... more

Along the coast of Västerbotten, each autumn, a vast migration of birds takes place each year. In 2025, by means of passive recording, I was able to monitor this migration by placing a recorder in cover for two months. During this period, a wide rang... more

Wild Bird Acoustics brings you two sound magazines in this episode. As Autumn now stretches out in front of us, I thought this might be a good time to include the second installment of passively recorded audio from my listening station at Hällögern i... more

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Dave Boyle
Conservationist working with the Chatham Islands Taiko Trust
Chatham Island Taiko Trust/Chatham Island conservation project
Episode: An Interview with Dave Boyle; The Seabirds of Chatham Island; Part 1
Bo Söderström
Experienced sound recorder focusing on bird vocalizations
Episode: An Interview with Bo Söderström
Magnus Robb
Field recorder and member of The Sound Approach team
The Sound Approach
Episode: An Interview with Magnus Robb
Teet Sirotkin
A well-known Swedish recorder and bird enthusiast
Episode: An Interview with Teet Sirotkin
Dean McDonnell
A birding enthusiast from County Loud, Ireland, who shares his experiences in birding and field recording.
Episode: An Interview with Dean McDonnell
Terry Townshend
Bird conservationist and researcher based in Beijing, involved in various biodiversity projects and nocturnal migration studies.
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Episode: An Interview with Terry Townshend

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Alan Dalton
Host of Wild Bird Acoustics; birder, naturalist, and sound recorder.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Excellent recordings and commentary

    It is a great podcast with details of the species and their type of vocalisations. The quality of the records is wonderful and they don’t sound edited so you get all the great background sounds too. Always very educational and should appeal to a range of birders or people interested in nature

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bird Brain UK
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Very relaxing and informative

    Podcast Addict
    5
    t_omek
    8 months ago
  • For anyone who appreciates the sound of nature

    I just discovered this show. As an avid bird recordist, I adore this program. As an avid birder, I adore this show. As a person who enjoys the sounds of nature, I adore this show. If any of the above applies to you, I highly recommend you tune in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3catacres
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great content

    As a sound recordist, this first season was a great listen. I can’t wait for season two. I like to hear about your equipment and setup. Details like that are really useful for those of us also trying to record birds!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julia Plummer
    United States2 years ago
  • Wild bird acoustics

    Fascinating, informative, inspirational. More of this please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul Bourdin
    United States3 years ago

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Audiences appreciate the nature-focused storytelling and sensory soundscapes that aid relaxation and focus.
Shows are described as fascinating, inspirational, and deeply immersive.
Listeners praise the authentic field recordings and calming atmosphere.
Many value the practical gear and setup details for aspiring recordists.

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An Interview with Bo Söderström
Q: How can listeners access your recordings online?
You can find my recordings on SoundCloud where I have around 600 different recordings.
An Interview with Bo Söderström
Q: At what point in your life did you begin to actively record birds and how did it actually come about?
I've been recording since I was 12, making field notes from the local birds, and I've been taking detailed notes for the last 20 years, observing climate change effects.
An Interview with Magnus Robb
Q: Can you share some interesting places the team traveled to for the wader project?
We've been to places like Arctic Canada, Alaska, Mongolia, and Kenya among others.
An Interview with Magnus Robb
Q: What kind of equipment are you using these days for active and passive recording?
I generally use Tillinga parabolic microphones for opportunistic recordings and invest in high-quality microphones for planned recordings.
An Interview with Magnus Robb
Q: Do you think that your musical background was a factor in becoming interested in bird vocalizations?
Yes, it allowed me to listen more analytically and conceptualize sounds better.

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immersive field-recording focused show that centers on Scandinavian birds and their vocalizations, paired with rich environmental soundscapes. Episodes mix long-form field recordings, detailed gear notes, habitat context, and reflective storytelling to teach listeners how to identify by ear, appreciate behavioural nuances, and experience nature in a calming, restorative way. The format often highlights beaver-created wetlands, coastal coasts, and forest interiors, with occasional guest-led conservation discussions and practical tips for aspiring recordists. The blend of technical insight, serene sound design, and nature storytelling makes it appealing to birders, sound enthusiasts, and anyone seeking mindful listening moments.

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