The Backyard Naturalists

A Nature podcast by Downtown Podcasting

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The Backyard Naturalists podcast is geared toward nature lovers of all kinds, from beginners to those with more experience. We have a very diverse lineup of topics planned for you, such as what you can do in your own yard to enhance the habitat for the creatures who live there, participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count as a citizen scientist, using native plants, which snakes live in our area, how to attract specific birds, common and uncommon raptors in the greater Charlotte region, spring and fall migration season for birds, plants for butterflies and much more!

Recent Episodes

When Alaska Was Home: A Mother's Story of Survival and Wonder
Published: January 17, 2026
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Starting 2026 the Natural Way
Published: January 10, 2026
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The Dirty Dozen & Clean 15 — What's Really on Your Produce?
Published: December 20, 2025
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Quiet Invasives — Why Invasive Plants Spread, and What You Can Do About It
Published: December 13, 2025
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Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees — Which Is Better for You and the Environment?
Published: December 6, 2025
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Encore Episode: Animal Adaptations with Wildlife Expert Stan Tekiela
Published: November 22, 2025
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What Do I Do If I Find…? Wildlife Rehab Q&A with Ruby Davis
Published: November 15, 2025
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Encore: The Spotted Lanternfly with Dr. Kelly Oten
Published: November 8, 2025
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Troubleshooting Bird Feeding — Solving Common Backyard Challenges
Published: November 1, 2025
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🎃 Encore Episode: We're Talkin' About Pumpkins
Published: October 25, 2025
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