The Birdy Bug Pod

Oct 29 2024 43 ep. 50 mins 1
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Just a father and son who are passionate about wildlife, photography and the environment. Grab a coffee and join us as we chat about doing our bit for the planet, interesting news stories and the incredible work being done around the world that gives us hope. Oh, and we'll probably have a good natter about our photographic escapades from time to time too.

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The UK's lost rainforests

Oct 29 2024 48 mins  
Whilst we all know about the tropical rainforests of the world, we often forget the temperate rainforests we have right here in the UK.Found in the misty valleys and coastal areas of western Scotland, Wales, and south west England, these rainforests are rare ecosystems that support a wealth of biodiversity, from vibrant mosses and lichens to endangered species like red squirrels an

Don't shoot the messenger

Oct 16 2024 51 mins  
Pigeons! They're everywhere, but often overlooked and definitely unfairly labelled. Known to some as "rats with wings," pigeons have gained a reputation as pesky, unintelligent city dwellers—but that's far from the full story.In this episode, we’re giving pigeons the love and respect they deserve. We bust the biggest myths surrounding these birds, explore their fascinating hist

Saving a fen-tastic spider

Sep 10 2024 47 mins  
One of the UK's rarest spiders is coming back from the brink of extinction thanks to a brilliant conservation effort.Large, scarce, and undeniably striking, the fen raft spider is one of only three British spider species on the Red List and vulnerable to extinction.But there is good news! A dedicated collaboration of organisations has been working hard to restore our valuable fen h

Hooray for hedges!

Aug 28 2024 46 mins  
Our humble hedgerows. They may seem ordinary and easy to overlook as they border our gardens and fields and crisscross our landscape, but they are in fact one of our most vital habitats. Yet sadly, our hedges have seen a decline in both abundance and health.In this episode, we uncover the incredible benefits of healthy hedgerows—from providing shelter to countless species to boos

Team GB's wildlife Olympians

Aug 13 2024 47 mins  
Inspired by the phenomenal performances of Olympic athletes, we turned our attention to the incredible athletic abilities found in the animal kingdom. Join us in this special episode as we assemble our ultimate Olympic Team GB—featuring some of the UK's most impressive wildlife!In classic Birdy Bug Pod style, Steve brings his A-game with a lineup of formidable birds, while Matthe

A chat about rivers

Jul 16 2024 53 mins  
Rivers form the backbone of the landscape, act as the world's arteries, and also support an incredible wealth of wildlife, which is what we are exploring this episode. So, grab a coffee and join us for a positive chat about the wonderful animals that rely on our rivers. Staying true to our name, Steve is highlighting some of the fantastic bird life that he sees and photographs when

Bird of prey persecution in the UK

Jul 02 2024 62 mins  
From silhouetted soaring buzzards to the powerful elegance of an osprey snatching a fish from a lake, birds of prey are incredible animals that have entranced us for centuries. Unfortunately, however, this has not prevented them from being persecuted.This episode we are tackling a slightly more serious and somber topic but one that we believe definitely needs talking about and is c

The UK's rarest reptile

Jun 04 2024 41 mins  
Elusive and secretive, the smooth snake is not often seen and therefore easily overlooked. However, this fascinating reptile is confronting increasing pressures that could make it even scarcer.Join us as we shine a light on the lifestyle of this mysterious serpent, uncover the threats they are facing, and of course, highlight the remarkable conservation efforts dedicated to preserv

What the fungi

May 14 2024 53 mins  
Tasty fried mushrooms with your breakfast may be the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word fungi, but did you know that they are essential to mitigating climate change?In fact, the fungi kingdom is far more diverse and vital than we could have imagined. From incredible carbon storage and ability to improve the health of forests to even providing sustainable packagin

Inspired by Jane Goodall's book of hope

Apr 16 2024 62 mins  
Every time we discuss a struggling species or an environmental issue that needs overcoming, we try to finish the chat with some hope. Highlighting the incredible work of tirelessly dedicated people who are out there trying to make a difference.Hope is essential if we are to overcome the monumental challenges facing nature and our planet, a sentiment that is at the heart of Dr Jane