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Ivan Phillipsen
The Science of Birds
The Science of Birds is a lighthearted exploration of bird biology. It's a fun resource for any birder or naturalist who wants to learn more about ornithology. Impress your birding friends at cocktail parties with all of your new bird knowledge! Hosted by Ivan Phillipsen, a passionate naturalist with a PhD in Zoology.
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4.8 stars from 678 ratings
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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“I love this podcast it is so good! Personally I need podcasts to get to sleep, and I highly recommend this one. (Not trying to say it’s boring at all!!) This podcast is definitely a good podcast in general too. When you're cleaning, or in the car or just bored, this podcast is a good one to...”Read full review »
Lol8594 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/24
Fun deep dives on bird topics
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“Just love to listen to this combination of a fun guy taking his time to deep dive into a specific topic. I learn a lot and if you like birds, time flies as you listen. If anything I would want even longer, even deeper dives. Its really a great poscast!”
Natalie.a.Jo via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
04/10/24
Just what I was looking for!
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“There are a ton of podcasts about birding as a hobby, many of which are quite excellent, but not as many focused on the actual science of ornithology. Ivan wonderfully fills that void with this informative but welcoming and accessible podcast. A must-listen for all bird lovers!”
permianboy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/24
Recent Episodes
This episode—which is number 95—is all about spoonbills.
There are six spoonbill species in the world, all of which belong to the genus Platalea. The unique beak of spoonbills sets them apart from pretty much all other birds. What is the advantage of having a bill shaped like that? We'll answer...
Published 04/30/24
This episode—which is Number 94— is all about the Avian Digestive System. That’s right, kids, we’re looking at bird guts today!
If you’ve ever wondered what happens to a fish swallowed by a kingfisher or what happened to that piece of bacon swiped off your lunch plate by a cheeky Ring-billed...
Published 04/10/24
Published 04/10/24
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