Recorded in a hotel room in China, Ivan shares his recent birding and travel experiences in the countries of Vietnam and Cambodia.
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LISTENExplore the fascinating evolution of feathers, from their humble beginnings in the earliest dinosaurs to the intricate structures that enable flight in modern birds.
In this special episode of The Science of Birds, host Ivan Phillipsen reflects on the journey of the podcast, shares personal insights, and highlights three favorite bird species.
Enter the world of cormorants and shags, members of the avian family Phalacrocoracidae. These sleek, hook-billed birds are known for their distinctive silhouettes, often seen drying their wings on seaside cliffs or wetland trees.
Dive into the unique anatomy of avian brains, to learn how their specialized structures support complex behaviors. Birds' brains are marvels of nature's engineering, evolved for efficiency and adaptability.
Bluebirds are celebrated cultural icons, and they’ve also become valuable study subjects for scientists in the fields of ornithology and general biology.
