Creature Comforts

Today on the show, we welcome back Emma Rhodes, Co-Founder and Director of Conservation and Scientific Research at the Banding Coalition of the Americas. She is truly dedicated to avian research and outreach. As a master bird bander, she'll talk with us today about the Purple Martin Project and how regular citizens can participate in bird banding activities. Also, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your pet and creature questions! Join the conversation by email: animal@mpbonline.org. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your questions and listen to your encounters! Alex Littlejohn, with The Nature Conservancy, joins the show to talk about his new positions and how it can benefit Mississippi. If you would like to submit any pet questions or to share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures :) simply email us at: animals@mpbonline.org. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

With today’s high gasoline prices and even higher temperatures, some people are finding it practical to skip road trips and stay at home to explore the wealth of flora and fauna in our own backyards. Today we welcome back Joe Magee to talk about his recent backyard observations and what you might see as our local critters deal with this extreme summer heat. Have you ever heard of splooting?  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Freshwater fishing opportunities abound in Mississippi with over 4,000 miles of streams and 282,000 acres of lakes and reservoirs. Today we welcome back Dennis Riecke from the MDWFP to talk fishing and the Ramps & Piers Program. Back in the studio after joining the show last month, Dennis gives us an update on Asian carp, bream fishing, and talks about who can take part in the ramps and piers around the state. Also, Libby is still in Oregon and enjoying 60-degree weather, while Dr. Majure shares more advice about keeping our pets safe during the daily Mississippi heat advisories. For more information about fishing in Mississippi visit: https://www.mdwfp.com/fishing-boating See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our favorite birdwatcher, Steve Peterson stops by to talk about eagles and where they may be spotted this time of year. Also, Dr. Majure and Libby discuss your latest brushes with nature and pet questions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The summer is always a great time to cast the rod and reel to fish Mississippi’s waters. Just about every corner of the state has a place to get in on this great summer activity. So we welcome back Dennis Reicke from the Mississippi Depart of Wildlife Fisheries and Park to talk about where to fish and what is biting this time of year. Also, Libby gives us a firefly update and talks about what she is seeing outside her window, while Dr. Majure answers questions about a sick rooster. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Jennifer Coulson returns to Creature Comforts to talk about her passion for raptors and falconry. As a longtime practitioner of this ancient sport, Dr. Coulson along with her husband raises Harris's hawks and trains them to be effective hunters. She breakdown what it takes to become a falconer and the commitment it commands. Also, Libby gives an update about the fireflies in the state and Dr. Majure helps a listener with their puppy potty training experience. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Creature Comforts, we welcome Matt Rota from Healthy Gulf to talk about the work they are doing to keep the gulf fit for many of the animals that call it home. He also talks about the Mississippi River Restoration and Resilience Initiative and ways you can get involved. And as always Dr. Majure answers your pet questions and Libby lets you know about what is happening with the wildlife in her area. Fireflies and all. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The weather is warmer and now those charming bio-luminescent creatures are lighting up the night’s sky. No matter if you call them lightning bugs or fireflies’ people are reporting seeing them around the state. Today we talked with a friend of the show Claire Graves about when and where is the best place to see them. Also, we talk with James Cummins from Wildlife Mississippi about the Mississippi Conservation Stewardship Bill.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The first Thursday of every month is dedicated to your pet questions answered by Dr. Troy Majure and Libby Hartfield helping with your recent brushes with nature. During this episode they talk about watching out for traveling turtles, taking care of older pets, and what bird calls you should be listening for. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this edition of Creature Comforts, we welcome master naturalist Robin Whitfield back to the show. As an ecologist, naturalist, and artist, Robin brings people of all ages to better appreciate the natural world with workshops and beautiful art pieces. We catch up with her about her work, admiration for Walter Anderson, and stewardship at the Lee Tart Nature Preserve.Show Links:Robin Whitfield - Mississippi Arts Commission ProfileWalter Anderson: Extraordinary Life and Art of the Islander See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The black bear and Mississippi have a storied history together, dating back to the days of President Theodore Roosevelt and the Teddy Bear. Dr. Dana Morin, Mississippi State University professor of Wildlife Biology, and Richard Rummel, Black Bear coordinator for Mississippi depart. of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks. They talk about the current bear population, where they are found, and what to do if you come face to face with one of these mighty creatures. Also, Libby talks about a recent possum sighting at her home and Dr. Majure answers your pet questions.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Frank Moore, Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Southern Mississippi, has studied the biology of migratory songbirds across North America, but most intensely along the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico for over 30 years. Today we will talk about these migratory birds that visit Mississippi along with their flights and some of the hazards they tend to face. Also, we hear from David Mizejewski as the National Wildlife Federation works with Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom to celebrate National Wildlife Week (April 4-8). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Delta Wind Bird mission states: “Our mission is to encourage creation of high-quality stopover wetland habitat for birds on private working lands, to preserve the best natural wetland habitats, and to foster awareness of the value of wetlands for birds and people.” As president of Delta Wind Bird, Jason Hoeksema brings this mission to life every day and joins Creature Comforts to talk about some of their current work. While also answering questions about other birds spotted around the state, Jason talks with Kevin on the importance of conserving lands for these birds. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this edition of Creature Comforts, we welcome back one of the good friends of the show, Dr. Cathy Shropshire. When she is not portraying the heroine Fannye Cooke on stage, Dr. Shropshire is staying in tune with Mississippi’s great outdoors. Today she talks about some of the smaller mammals around the state like weasels and minks. Also, Dr. Majure and Libby answer another round of pet and creature questions ranging from itchy pets to covert beetles.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Katelin Cross is the resident mammologist at the MS Museum of Natural Science. Often her work takes her into the field and recently she has taken a particular interest in the skunks of Mississippi. Also, we talk with her about several bats sightings around the state. And as always, Dr. Majure is here for your pet questions, and Libby shares her observations on her most recent trip to the Pacific Northwest. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The first Thursday of every month is always an all-pet edition of Creature Comforts. Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions, and Libby Hartfield updates us on her latest nature observations. From itchy dog paws to the reason you may find empty turtle shells on your next nature walk, there is much to learn and enjoy during this week's episode. Enjoy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.