Papers to Podcasts

Background Migration in birds results from a complex interplay of internal and environmental cues that shift across seasons. A push–pull framework conceptualizes migration as driven by external “push” cues, such as deteriorating weather, and internal “pull” cues associated with photoperiod and reproductive readiness. Understanding how these cues interact seasonally can inform predictions about mig...

Waterfowl refuges are controversial among hunters—many believe these protected areas hold ducks and reduce hunting opportunities in nearby areas. This episode explores our large-scale study using over 339,000 shotgun recordings across Tennessee to understand what really drives harvest opportunity. Surprisingly, disturbing sanctuaries actually decreased hunting success by up to 32%, while proximity...