Natural Resources University
381 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 103 ratingsNatural Resources University is a podcast network focused on delivering science-based natural resource management. The series housed within this network aim to deliver expert-based knowledge for their corresponding genre of natural resource management.
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Thick and Juicy: Cover and food drive mature forest songbirds use of clearcuts | #282 Habitat University
June 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBOften, the term “clearcut” is viewed as a 4-lettered word when it comes to forest or wildlife management. But, can clearcuts provide vital resources for songbirds – including those species typically associated with mature closed canopy forests? Join us for our conversation with Dr. Patrick Ruhl as we explore his research into songbird use of clearcuts in Indiana. Dr. Patrick Ruhl - https://ruhlresearch.wixsite.com/patrickjruhl https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=UEACzAEAAAAJ&hl...
Blue Green Algae and Harmful Algal Blooms | #281 Fins, Fur & Feathers
June 04, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBCyanobacteria, commonly called Blue Green Algae, can rapidly reproduce when conditions are right causing potentially hazardous Harmful Algal Blooms. Join Joe and Drew as they discuss why blooms occur, the risks of toxins from Harmful Algal Blooms on wildlife and livestock, and what you can do to reduce your likelihood of experiencing a cyanobacteria bloom. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Pr...
SD Research Update: Major constraints and BMPs | Wild Turkey Science #280
June 03, 2024 10:00 - 59 minutes - 81.8 MBToday we are joined by Dr. Chad Lehman, senior biologist for the South Dakota Department of Game Fish and Parks, and Dr. Chris Rota, associate professor of wildlife and fisheries resources at West Virginia University. We discuss their previous and ongoing research investigating harvest declines across South Dakota, major variables impacting hen survival and nest incubation, best management practices for SD private landowners, and more. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donati...
Managing pine rotations for turkeys | Wild Turkey Science #279
May 27, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 131 MBTed DeVos, co-founder of Bach and DeVos Forestry and Wildlife Services, walks us from ground zero through the various ways in which to manage pine plantations for turkeys. Whether your goal is to increase turkey or timber productivity, this episode is jam-packed with information you don’t want to miss. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Bach and DeVos Forestry and Wildlife Services Website, Facebook Dr. Marcus Lashley @Dr...
Your Summer To-Do List | Deer University #278
May 24, 2024 10:00 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MBIn this conversation, Bronson and Steve discuss various topics related to deer management during the summertime. They start by addressing recent concerns about hunters contracting CJD (Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease) from consuming deer with CWD and emphasize the importance of following public health guidelines and not eating venison from CWD-positive deer. They then move on to discuss deer management tasks for the summer, including getting soil tests and adjusting pH for food plots, moving hunti...
Native Grass Plantings for Wildlife | Fins, Fur, & Feathers #277
May 21, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBNative warm season plant communities provide valuable food and cover for many wildlife species, and are often missing from properties that are managed for wildlife. Join us as we discuss the process of restoring native warm season grasses and forbs to your property. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find out more about the program at https://hnr.k-state.ed...
Conventional vs. Regenerative Ag | Wild Turkey Science #276
May 20, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBDr. Bronson Strickland, co-director of the MSU Deer Lab and founder of the Deer University podcast, joins us to explain regenerative agriculture and break down their new experiment testing the differences in nutrient density and deer use between conventional and regenerative food plots. Deer University Podcast Food plot experiment (Jacob Dykes) Ryegrass is not good Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Dr. Bronson Strickla...
Lake Deanna – Pushing the Envelope | Fish University #275
May 16, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBIn Western Missouri there is a lake that doesn’t follow the standard private pond formula. Lake Deanna is a larger private lake with unique habitat, unusual depth, and an experimental fish community. The deep lake has been stocked with largemouth and smallmouth bass, walleye, and sunfish. Bluegill and Redear Sunfish are already pushing a pound, and bass have exceeded 8 pounds in just 4 years! However, the lake is not without its issues. In this episode, Wes discusses Lake Deanna with the Pon...
Fire ecology and history in the South | Timber University #274
May 15, 2024 10:00 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBThis episode we are joined by Dr. Morgan Varner from the Tall Timbers Land Trust and Research Center. Dr. Varner discusses the benefits of fire on the landscape, a brief history of utilizing prescribed fire in the US south, and the consequences of using and not using prescribed fire to manage forests. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected] For more, follow NRU on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.
Fire-fueling fungi | Fire University #273
May 14, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBDr. Ben Sikes, Associate Professor of Microbial Ecology at the University of Kansas, joins us to shed light on the fascinating relationships between fungi and fire. Learn of the interconnection between plants created by mycorrhizal networks (AKA the “wood wide web”), how fire regimes drive changes in fungal communities, the mechanisms of carrying out fungal research, and much more. Bond, W. J., & Keeley, J. E. (2005). Fire as a global ‘herbivore’: the ecology and evolution of flammable...
If not the season, what’s the reason? | Wild Turkey Science #272
May 13, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBAfter much feedback from our latest episode, we sit down to review through recent episodes and lay out the available data known to us. Covering season timing and reproduction to the predator-habitat complex, there’s no tiptoeing around the controversy in this one. Isabelle, J. L., et al. (2018). Considerations for timing of spring wild turkey hunting seasons in the southeastern United States. Journal of the Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, 5, 106-113. Kurzejes...
From Litter to Glitter: Restoring oak woodlands and savannas with fire and thinning (Part 2/2) | Habitat University #271
May 08, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBWhat distinguishes a forest, woodland, and savanna? How does wildlife and plant diversity differ between them? How do we restore woodlands and savannas? Join Jarred as he talks with Dr. Andy Vander Yacht about his research into restoring oak woodlands and savannas and the wildlife that thrive within in. In part 2, we discuss how birds and bats responded to restoration treatments (thinning and fire), and how Andy’s research can inform oak woodland restoration on public and private land. ...
Big Bass: Pond Management for Bigger Fish | Fins, Fur, Feathers #270
May 07, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBGetting big fish in your pond requires a strong pond management plan. Join us as we discuss steps to consider when managing the fish community in your pond including the importance of habitat diversity, fish genetics, and which fish you should consider harvesting from your pond if you want to catch some lunkers. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find out mo...
Season timing doesn’t affect reproduction | Wild Turkey Science #269
May 06, 2024 10:05 - 1 hour - 125 MBDr. Craig Harper and Dr. Dave Buehler from the University of Tennessee join us to discuss results from their seven-year, robust before-after control-impact study assessing the role of experimental season date delays on turkey reproduction. Spoiler alert: Season delays had no effect on any of the 8 vital rates they measured. Quehl, J. O., et al. (2024). Assessing wild turkey productivity before and after a 14-day delay in the start date of the spring hunting season in Tennessee. Ecolo...
Prescribed Fire with Brian Teeter | WildAg #268
May 06, 2024 10:03 - 1 hour - 123 MBBrian Teeter, Prescribed Fire Coordinator at Nebraska Pheasants Forever, joins us to discuss prescribed fire on agriculturally dominated landscapes. Resources: Nebraska Burn Associations Nebraska Prescribed Fire Council Brian Teeter [website] Dr. Andrew Little [academic profile, @awesmlabdoc] Nathan Pflueger [website] AWESM Lab [website, @awesmlab] Nebraska Pheasants Forever [website, @pheasants_quailforever_of_ne] Watch these podcasts on YouTube If you enjoy th...
Predator Management with Dr. John Carroll | WildAg #267
May 06, 2024 10:01 - 1 hour - 118 MBDr. John Carroll, professor of wildlife ecology and management at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, joins us to discuss predators and predator management in agriculturally dominated landscapes. Resources: Wild Turkey Science Podcast: Habitat Managements = predator management Impacts of Predators on Northern Bobwhites in the Southeast The Pheasant: A Special Report by the Game Conservancy Trust Provision of brood-rearing cover on agricultural land to increase survival of wild ring-...
Introduction | WildAg #266
May 06, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes - 25.4 MBWelcome to the WildAg Podcast! WildAg is part of the Natural Resources University podcast network and serves as a connection point for natural resource professionals and landowners who want to integrate conservation with agriculture. Join our hosts, Dr. Andrew Little of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Nathan Pflueger of Pheasants Forever, as they introduce themselves and WildAg. Dr. Andrew Little [academic profile, @awesmlabdoc] Nathan Pflueger [website] AWESM Lab [website,...
From Litter to Glitter: Restoring oak woodlands and savannas with fire and thinning (Part 1/2) | Habitat University #265
May 03, 2024 20:34 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBWhat distinguishes a forest, woodland, and savanna? How does wildlife and plant diversity differ between them? How do we restore woodlands and savannas? Join Jarred as he talks with Dr. Andy Vander Yacht about his research into restoring oak woodlands and savannas and the wildlife that thrive within in. This is a two-part series. In part 1, we discuss the historical context of forests, woodlands, and savannas in the eastern US, and Andy’s research into how fire and thinning influence plant...
Harvest rates and season dates | Wild Turkey Science #264
April 29, 2024 11:00 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MBAdam Butler, Wild Turkey Program Coordinator for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks, joins us to discuss the turkey trends seen across Mississippi and the Southeast, what may or may not be influencing these cyclical patterns of productivity, and a general rule of thumb for how many gobblers to harvest on your property. Resources: How Many Gobblers Should I Take? (Article) Isabelle, J. L., et al. (2018). Considerations for timing of spring wild turkey hunting...
Status of Needle Blight in the South | Timber University #263
April 24, 2024 11:01 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBOver the past few years, brownspot needle blight and an assemblage of other problematic pathogenic species have garnered increasing concern in pine systems across the South. Join us as we discuss these along with current research efforts centered on this problem with Dr. John Riggins, Mississippi State University. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected] Subscribe directly to Timber University and follow NRU on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.
Eastern Fire Science with Kevin Robertson and Morgan Varner of Tall Timbers, Part 2 | Small Game University #262
April 24, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 38.6 MBBobwhite Translocation to Pennsylvania: https://www.pgc.pa.gov/HuntTrap/Hunting/Documents/Letterkenny%20Army%20Depot%20Bobwhite%20Quail%20Focus%20Area%20Management%20Plan.pdf https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/outdoors/2024/02/28/where-do-northern-bobwhite-quail-live-in-pennsylvania-game-commisison-letterkenny-army-depot/72766192007/ https://www.dailyamerican.com/videos/sports/outdoors/2024/03/19/northern-bobwhite-quail-released-at-letterkenny-army-depot-game-commission-pheasants...
Chronic Wasting Disease | Fins, Fur, & Feathers #261
April 23, 2024 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBA recently published note in the journal Neurobiology describing potential human transmission of chronic wasting disease is getting quite a bit of attention. Join us as we discuss the recent publication, chronic wasting disease, and steps you can take to try to limit the spread of this important disease within and among deer populations. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas Sta...
Do dominant gobblers dominate breeding? | Wild Turkey Science #260
April 22, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBDr. Alan Krakauer joins us to dive into his research on turkey kin selection and breakdown the many strategies gobblers use to pass on genes. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Resources: Krakauer, A. H. (2005). Kin selection and cooperative courtship in wild turkeys. Nature, 434(7029), 69-72. Krakauer, A. H. (2008). Sexual selection and the genetic mating system of wild turkeys. The Condor, 110(1), 1-12. Watts, C. R., & ...
Trees are for Fish | Fish University #259
April 17, 2024 11:00 - 55 minutes - 75.6 MBAnglers know that many fish species depend on the structure that trees provide. Habitat, such as standing timber, blow downs, snags, and cypress trees are popular places to fish in lakes and streams. But what about when the river leaves the riverbed and enters the bottomland forest? It turns out that this “flooded forest” habitat is critical for many fish species. Most lowland rivers used to seasonally flood into the surrounding forests, which could remain inundated for months at a time. The...
Buck Food Plot Use During the Hunting Season | Deer University #258
April 16, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 99.7 MBIn this episode we visit with Dr. Natasha Ellison to review her findings relative to buck use of food plots during the hunting season. How often are bucks visiting food plots pre-rut, peak-rut, and post-rut? When are bucks spending more time on food plots? How does hunting pressure affect these relationships? Natasha is a Mathematical Ecologist and is helping the MSU Deer Lab dig deeper in the buck movement dataset to answer questions about buck behavior relevant to hunters and managers....
Do turkeys lek and does it matter? | Wild Turkey Science #257
April 15, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBDr. Dwayne Elmore, Director of the Game Bird Program at Tall Timbers Research Station, joins us to breakdown the reproductive ecology and behavior of wild turkeys, how and why they lek, and if this impacts spring hunting. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Resources: Honeycomb Custom Calls Red-capped manakin bird Dr. Dwayne Elmore Tall Timbers, Academic Profile Dr. Marcus Lashley @DrDisturbance, Academic Profile Dr. W...
Pulling the Covers Off Buck Beds | Deer University #256
April 12, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBIn this episode we visit with Luke Resop to discuss buck beds and bedding areas. How often are they bedding? What’s their affinity to certain bedding areas? What’s the circuit time for returning to a bedding area? Day beds and night beds are all discussed. We also introduce our newest member to the MSU Deer Lab, Dr. Natasha Ellison. She is a Mathematical Ecologist and is helping us dig deeper in the buck movement dataset to answer questions about buck behavior relevant to hunters and m...
Understanding Buck Movement (Part 2) | Deer University #255
April 11, 2024 18:46 - 1 hour - 106 MBThe latest Extension publication from the MSU Deer Lab is “Understanding Buck Movement: How, When, and Why Bucks Navigate the Landscape” is now available for viewing and download. You can find the publication here: https://www.msudeer.msstate.edu/results.php?q=deer%20movement In Part 2, Steve and Bronson discuss more of the findings presented in the publication and explain how you can interpret the data and use the information for management and hunting. Check out the MSU Deer Lab’s ...
Eastern Fire Science with Kevin Robertson and Morgan Varner of Tall Timbers, Part 1 | Small Game University #254
April 10, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 37.3 MBNew EPA Standards https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-finalizes-stronger-standards-harmful-soot-pollution-significantly-increasing#:~:text=By%20strengthening%20the%20annual%20health,to%204%2C500%20premature%20deaths%20and Tall Timbers Fire Research https://talltimbers.org/research-at-tall-timbers/tall-timbers-research/fire-research/ A brief history of humans and fire in the Southeast: https://www.jstor.org/stable/24707703?seq=3
Ogallala Aquifer: Status, concerns, and implications for wildlife | Fins, Fur, & Feathers #253
April 09, 2024 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBThe Ogallala Aquifer is found underground in parts of 8 states. This vital resource provides groundwater for agricultural producers, wildlife, and citizens in these states. Water use practices have led to declines in the aquifer and recent trends in water use have led to depletion in water levels throughout this region. Join us as we discuss the current status of the Ogallala Aquifer, steps being taken to conserve water moving forward, and what it all means for agricultural producers, citize...
Fins, Fur, & Feathers - Ogallala Aquifer: Status, concerns, and implications for wildlife | #253
April 09, 2024 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBThe Ogallala Aquifer is found underground in parts of 8 states. This vital resource provides groundwater for agricultural producers, wildlife, and citizens in these states. Water use practices have led to declines in the aquifer and recent trends in water use have led to depletion in water levels throughout this region. Join us as we discuss the current status of the Ogallala Aquifer, steps being taken to conserve water moving forward, and what it all means for agricultural producers, citize...
Wild Turkey Science - We got bug problems | #252
April 08, 2024 11:00 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBMarcus and Will sit down under one roof to review the available literature on declining insect populations. They pull from studies across the globe to discuss the implications of insect declines on terrestrial, ground-nesting birds and how we can help mitigate these effects for the wild turkey. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Resource: Blösch, S., et al. (2023). A systematic review on the effectiveness of crop architectu...
Habitat University - Forest management for birds: an introduction to the series | #251
April 03, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBAhead of a forthcoming mini-series on forest management for birds, Adam and Jarred discuss a paper reviewing the state of the science examining bird responses to forest management in the eastern U.S. The paper published last year by Michael Skresh and colleagues presents a compelling case for the importance of managed disturbances in eastern forests to benefit birds of conservation concern. Jarred also foreshadows some conversations he has planned in the coming episodes. Give us some fee...
Wild Turkey Science - Fire timing in upland hardwoods | #250
April 01, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBMark Turner, PhD candidate in Dr. Craig Harper’s lab at the University of Tennessee, joins us to disclose results from their recent study assessing the effects of canopy reduction and fire seasonality on turkey habitat quality and use in upland hardwoods. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Resources: Burning during nesting | #19 Nichols, R. A., et al. (2021). Alter fire timing to recouple forage nutrients with herbivore n...
Small Game University - Western Fire Science with Dr. Morgan Treadwell | #249
March 27, 2024 11:01 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBFor more information on Dr. Treadwell’s work: https://sanangelo.tamu.edu/people/dr-morgan-russell-assistant-professor-extension-range-specialist/ Texas Prescribed Burn Handbook: https://agrilife.org/rxburn/ More information on the story of how prescribed burns saved the town of Borger, Texas: https://www.newschannel10.com/2024/03/08/prescribed-burn-saves-borger-windy-deuce-fire/ https://wildfiretoday.com/2024/02/29/a-prescribed-burn-stalled-the-huge-texas-fire/
Small Game University - Introductions and science in small game management | #248
March 27, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBWorking Lands for Wildlife Bobwhite Conservation Pilot: https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/crp-conservation-reserve-program/news/usda-launches-new-bobwhite-conservation Wildfires in Texas: https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/texas-wildfire-impacting-quail/
Fins, Fur, & Feathers - Introduction to wildlife habitat management in the Great Plains | #247
March 26, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBIn this episode, we discuss habitat management, and how common habitat management practices for a species in some regions may not be appropriate everywhere a species occurs. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find out more about the program at https://hnr.k-state.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/wildlife-outdoor-management.html
Wild Turkey Science - Life for a gobbler | #246
March 25, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBDr. Mike Chamberlain, Terrell Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Management at the University of Georgia, re-joins the podcast to walk us through the various life stages of a gobbler. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Resources: Goodwin, C. C., et al. (2024). Experimental infection of domestic turkeys with lymphoproliferative disease virus of North American origin. Veterinary Pathology. Krakauer, A. H. (2005). Kin selection and co...
Wild Turkey Science - Turkey disease ecology | #245
March 18, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBDr. Rick Gerhold, Associate Professor of Parasitology/Wildlife Diseases at the University of Tennessee, joins us to breakdown common diseases among turkeys and their symptoms, pathways of transmission, and infected biological effects. He also discusses histomonas and how you can get involved in cutting-edge egg research. Dr. Rick Gerhold ([email protected]) (Academic Profile) Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Dr. Marcus...
Fins, Fur, & Feathers - Stocking fish in your pond | #244
March 14, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBIn this episode, we discuss how to stock fish in your pond, what type of fish are usually recommended, and the best time to add fish to your pond. Discussion includes how to know if you should stock your pond, common issues with newly stocked fish, and some thoughts on adding minnows to your pond that may save you some money! Resources for this episode: Kansas Aquaculture Association: https://www.wildlife.k-state.edu/kaa/ Kansas Pond Stocking Guide: https://ksoutdoors.com/Fishing...
Timber University - Pine beetles and forest management concerns | #243
March 13, 2024 11:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MBPine beetle outbreaks are usually not the result of one stress factor, but the cumulative result of several possible variables that lower pine vigor. Join us, along with Dr. John Riggins, Mississippi State University, as we discuss pine beetle biology and environmental conditions leading up to problems with pine beetles. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected] Subscribe directly to Timber University and follow NRU on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.
Wild Turkey Science - Up close and personal with wild turkeys | #242
March 11, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBTes Randle Jolly, award-winning professional wildlife and turkey photographer extraordinaire, joins Marcus and Will to share her deep insight and perspective into wild turkey behavior from over 25 years of photographing our favorite bird. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Tes Jolly (@jovtes) Dr. Marcus Lashley (@DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile) Dr. Will Gulsby (@dr_will_gulsby) (Academic Profile) Turkeys for Tomorrow (...
Fish University - Managing fishponds for ducks | #241
March 06, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBThis episode quacks me up. Fisheries management to produce quality fishing often requires actions that are counterproductive to attracting migratory ducks and vice versa. But in this episode, we’ll talk about some ways that you might be able to have the best of both worlds. Wes sits down with two leading experts in the duck realm, and they brainstorm on what can be done to bring more ducks to a small pond without necessarily hurting fishing opportunities. Any you’ll receive wonderful egg-spl...
Wild Turkey Science - Longer the snood, bigger the brood | #240
March 04, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBDr. Richard Buccholz, Director of the Center for Biodiversity and Conservation Research at the University of Mississippi, joins Will and Marcus to shed light on the fascinating world of wild turkey behavior. Learn of the interplay between displayed traits and biological fitness, which traits influence sexual selection, and how this information can help us strategize research for better management moving forward. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey ...
Working Wild U - Can we bring black-footed ferrets back from the brink? | #239
February 29, 2024 12:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBToday on Working Wild U, we're spotlighting, quite literally, one special species that calls the Great Plains home. A small predator that was thought to be extinct.... twice! Meet the black-footed ferret, the most endangered mammal in North America. Thanks to community-driven efforts spanning the Great Plains, from dedicated ranchers in eastern Colorado to the Fort Belknap Indian Community in northern Montana, this elusive predator is staging a remarkable comeback. As always, find our...
Habitat University - Conserving Wildlife in Ag. Landscapes: Creating win-win solutions for wildlife and farmers | #238
February 28, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode we talk with Dr. Mark McConnell, Assistant Professor of Upland Birds at Mississippi State, about wildlife conservation in agricultural landscapes and his research into creating win-win solutions for wildlife and agricultural producers. We cover a variety of topics in this episode from reacting to Adam’s new mustache, Mark’s use of memes to help wildlife student engage with farmers, and using precision conservation to delivery economically targeted conservation. Themes in...
Fins, Fur, & Feathers - Vultures in the Great Plains | #237
February 27, 2024 12:00 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBIn this episode, we discuss how turkey vultures and black vultures provide both positive and negative values to residents of the Great Plains, and how to deal with problems associated with these 2 species. Resources for this episode: Black Vulture Damage Control University of Kentucky Extension: http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/FOR/FOR129/FOR129.pdf Black Vulture Effigy Plans: https://forestry.ca.uky.edu/files/forfs18-03.pdf Paint an effigy to look like a turkey vulture: Dr. Joe...
Wild Turkey Science - Gobbler survival across the south | #236
February 26, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 99.7 MBDr. Patrick Wightman, Research Scientist at UGA, joins Marcus and Will to reveal results from a recent region-wide collaborative project - across 4 states, 8 study sites, and with over 900 banded birds - assessing the effects of hunting pressure on male survival. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Resources: Wightman, P. H., et al. (2024). Survival and cause‐specific mortality of male wild turkeys across the southeastern Un...
Wild Turkey Science - Habitat management = predator management | #235
February 20, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBNew data brings to light more pieces of our habitat-predator puzzle. Join as Marcus and Will pull from recent studies to discuss the multifaceted effects of fire on wild turkey survival and how a new approach could knock off two objectives with one flame. Donate to wild turkey research: UF Turkey Donation Fund , Auburn Turkey Donation Fund Resources: Boone, W. W., et al. (2024). Frequent prescribed burns reduce mammalian species richness and occurrence in longleaf pine sandhills. F...
Timber University - Listener questions | #234
February 14, 2024 12:00 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBThis month is the first Q&A episode. Brady and Shaun get to listener questions they have received since the first episode. They discuss taxes, some hardwood silviculture, and the northern long-eared bat. For questions or comments, email us at [email protected] Be sure to subscribe directly to Timber University and follow NRU on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook.