KMSU Birding With Batt

July 6, 2021 - Batt is back this episode with more wisdom on birds. Topics include: Effectiveness of Bug Zappers Where have all the Blue Birds gone? White Tailed Jack Rabbits Cowbirds Snapping Turtle eggs The Largest Rodent Plus lots more!

June 29, 2021 - Join Al Batt as he talks all about nature and birds.

June 22, 2021 - Birding with Batt

June 15, 2021 - Al Batt is an observer of life. Today he discussed a plethora of topics: Legend of the Hummingbird The Pelican Breeze is back Toad-eating Snakes Bluebird numbers are down Ticks on Cats And so much more!

June 8, 2021 - Al Batt talks about so many things! Where are the bluebirds this year? Bot flies Ticks Orioles Garter Snakes Dragonflies Picking up Sticks And much more!

June 1, 2021 - Did women really used to wear birds on their hats? They did according to Al Batt. In addition, Al discussed many other topics: Red-Headed Woodpeckers Sibley's Guide to Birds First Monarch sightings Messy Starlings much more!

May 18, 2021 - Al Batt has many stories to tell. Today he talked about: Swans nesting on a beaver mound Wildlife Rehab Center Yard Critters using one's deck as a latrine Where did the name Dragonfly come from? Where are the hummingbirds? Squirrel babies and more

May 11, 2021 - Al Batt has lots to talk about today. Topics include: Arrival of Spring Azure Butterfly Pelicans and Trumpeter Swans 17-Year-Cicadas Wild Turkeys Red-tailed Hawk and more!

May 4, 2021 - He should be called "The Bird Whisperer". Join Al Batt as he chats with Minnesota Morning host Karen Wright about birds, nature and life.

April 26, 2021 - Al Batt talks about the debate of whether it is good to feed birds over the summer months. He also discusses the abandonment (sort of) of the Decorah Eagles nest and the drama surrounding them.

April 20, 2021 - Birding with Batt during Earth Week. Al gives us all kinds of ideas on how we can be friendlier to the earth and make it livable for future generations.

April 13, 2021 - Al Batt talks about: Herons vs Cranes Tips for great iPhone photos in nature Insect hatch importance for spring bird food Birds carrying eggs for nest dumps Blackbirds

April 6, 2021 - Doing Birdy Things with Al Batt. What classifies as a "Birdy Thing"? Al talks about: The oldest Ring-Billed Gull and other really old birds The Impact of artificial light on bird songs Sports teams named after birds Invasion of the cow birds Pot holes and frost heaves Cormorants and more!

March 30, 2021 - Al Batt talks about what's coming back this Spring: Ring-billed Gull, frogs, Cedar Wax Wings, butterflies, and more. He also discusses how bird flocks got their names and how moons got their names.

March 23, 2021 - Birding with Batt

March 7, 2021 - Al Batt talks about Big and Little Brown Bats and how to figure out if they are in your home. He also talks about the difference between Martens, Minks and Fishers, along with lots more about nature.

March 2, 2021 - What should one do if they have bats in their attic? Al Batt discusses that and so much more.

Feb. 23, 2021 - Al Batt tells us when we can expect the birds to start returning to Minnesota for Spring. He also discusses: Owls of the Eastern Ice by Jonathan Slaght Why are the birds ignoring Al's new feeder? Beavers Gray Squirrels How much do birds rely on us for their survival?

Birding with Batt Feb, 16, 2021

February 9, 2021 - Join Al Batt as he talks about the upcoming Great Backyard Bird Count Feb. 12 - 15. He also discusses: Tail feathers Possums Starlings Owl Duets Is bird seed bad for deer?

February 2, 2021 - Did the Groundhog See His Shadow? Al Batt Reports. He also talks about: Bald Eagle Cam Coyotes Where are My Cardinals? Musty Bird Seed

Jan. 26, 2021 - Al Batt talks robins and squirrels who winter over in Minnesota and how they do it. He also talks about the return of the 17 year cicada, local bird counts and more.

January 19, 2021 - Al Batt talks about why the snow sometimes appears blue and why you shouldn't eat it! He also discusses: Bird of the Year Do deer climb steps? Racing pigeons Pollinators on new MN license plates Lots more!

Jan. 12, 2021 - Al talks about seeing the rare Eurasian Tree Sparrow and more.

January 7, 2021 - Al Batt talks about the first bird sighting of the new year and how it's going to bring him some luck. In addition: Baltimore Oriole Nests Muskrat vs. Beaver Suction Cup Feeders All About Batts