KMSU Birding With Batt

October 13, 2026 - In this episode Al shares with us why Gail thinks it will be six weeks before we see a snowfall, challenges us to count the number of times he says "multi-colored Lady Asian Beatles", and answers a psychic question about why we should leave the leaves where they fall.

October 6, 2026 - On this episode, Al shares the news that the tornado damaged mural in Heartland has been repainted and looks wonderful, has some suggestions on what to line birdhouses with to attract fall birds, and explains why birds need to preen themselves. 

September 29, 2026 - On this edition of Birding With Batt, Al tells tales of raising squirrels, shares reports of hummingbird and firefly spottings and answers a question about the moths and butterflies.

September 22, 2026 - In this episode, Al shares some first day of Fall observations, offers a translation of the bird language "bird finchian", and tells us which cars make the best targets for bird droppings.

09-15-26 - Today Al Batt answers listener questions and then helps identify some nature sounds recorded by guest host Shelley Pierce.

September 8, 2026 - On this episode, Al teaches us about bird taste buds, discusses when the latest date in Minnesota is to see Fireflies, and discovers what a cobra chicken is. 

September 1, 2026 - On this episode, Al shares some old-time sayings about September predicting winter weather, explains why plastic owls might not work to keep birds away, and tells us why the smell of pineapple might be in the air right now.

August 25, 2026 - On this episode, Al explains why Stable Flies are often near our feet, shares a report of more osprey sightings, and answers a listener question about Blue Jays.

August 18, 2026 - In this episode, Al shares fewer reports of Red Crossbills, urges caution when collecting hornets nests, and answers a listener question about animal allergies.

August 11, 2026 - On this episode, Al tells us about a recent drive he took where he saw lots of Wild Cucumbers and Asters, shares many listener reports of Red Crossbill sightings, and answers a listener question about racoons.

August 4, 2026 - In today's episode Al Batt shares a Pollen Car sighting, passes along reports of Red Crossbills, and explains why cemeteries are great places to see birds.

July 28, 2026 - On this week's episode, Al says he's seeing long lines at his bird waterpark, observes Jays "jaysplaining" to their flock mates, and offers a way to traps earwigs with a used tuna can.

July 21, 2026 - On this episode, All tells us why Cardinals are always looking left and right before eating, explains why he once ate a caterpillar, and educates us on spider fangs. 

July 07, 2026 - Today, Al Batt shares the record number of Whippoorwill calls in-a-row, observes that more Merlins are being reported in the area, and identifies Grackles as the most likely bird to poop on you.

June 30, 2026 - On this episode, Al tells us he heard a Western Meadowlark at just the right time, shares a report of a Cooper's Hawk that came from an actual written letter, and gives us a history of the word "nimrod".

June 23, 2026 - On today's episode Al shares lots of contributed bird sightings, explains the difference between percocial and antricial baby birds and unlocks the key to determining whether a turtle will be male or female.

June 16, 2026 - On today's episode, Al talks about fireflies and glow worms, shares what the fastest bird is, and explains why the Black-Capped Chickadee is his favorite bird.

June 9, 2026 - Today Al answers a question from a long-time listener/first-time questioner about turtle nesting habits, talks about Kingfisher sightings, and sheds some light on quicksand in Minnesota.

June 2, 2026 - On today's episode Al Batt shares lots of listener bird sightings, explains how Scarlet Tanagers are like truck drivers, and reminds us to leave the baby birds on the ground - their parents know best!

May 26, 2006 - On today's episode Al reports seeing his first Monarch Butterfly of the season, answers a question about spring bird migration, and explains what the term "waspers" means.

May 19, 2026 - Today Al Batt tells us a little bit about parakeets, reminds us of the pleasure in watching birds eat food, and answers a question about worms being an invasive species.

May 12, 2026 - In this episode of Birding With Batt, Al tells us about putting out oranges for Orioles, what determines a deer's antler size, and birds are listening for.

May 5, 2026 - On today's episode,  Al talks about dandelions, rabbits, and snails.

April 28, 2026 - It's a Pledge Drive edition of Birding With Batt today.  Shelley Pierce from the Shuffle Function morning show joins the conversation.  Listen in and see how well Al does identifying Shelley's recorded sounds from the Northland.