House sparrows are one of the most common birds in the world. They are found on six of seven continents, from the densest urban landscapes to the most remote of islands. What makes them so common? Their Do-It-Yourself lifestyles! This episode Will throws on his handmedown toolbelt and talks shop with Luke, a master of DIY craftsmanship. Luke discusses the value in building your own items, and what it takes to make a house a home. Together we explore how house sparrows are not so different from people, repurposing vacated nests into homes like we do with rental properties, and even acquiring roommates to cut on the cost of living!
House sparrows are divisive birds. They're an invasive species throughout the planet and have aided in the downfall of countless native species by consuming their food or driving them out of their natural habitat. However, I believe it is important to acknowledge these are lifeforms themselves worth respecting. They got to every corner of the earth by joining humans on their colonial journey, so who is really to blame? This episode acknowledges house sparrow's destructive nature, but asks you, dear listener, to consider some empathy for them as birds and creatures that deserve to live.
Be sure to check out the Will's Birdbrain Instagram account for complementary episode photos and videos, plus many other awesome bird photos/stories! https://www.instagram.com/wills_birdbrain/?hl=en
Got a favorite bird you'd like to hear discussed on the Podcast? Shoot Will an email and let him know what you'd like to hear, share a birding story, or just say what's up! Email inquiries - willsbirdbrain@gmail.com
Will's Birdbrain has merch! Consider grabbing a sticker or two of your favorite common bird! Proceeds will go straight into funding more episodes and spreading the joy of birding!
Shop - https://www.etsy.com/shop/WillsBirdbrain?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1361667746
Love the show, consider supporting me on Patreon! Click the link to sign up: https://www.patreon.com/willsbirdbrain
Your support and interest is extremely helpful and encouraging! If you liked the show, please consider dropping a rating to show your support. Got suggestions for improvement, those could be added to a review! The goal of the Podcast is to share the love of birds, so be sure to share with your friends and family too. Together let's show some love to these common critters that so often get overlooked.
Don't forget to keep up with the common critters!
House sparrows are one of the most common birds in the world. They are found on six of seven continents, from the densest urban landscapes to the most remote of islands. What makes them so common? Their Do-It-Yourself lifestyles! This episode Will throws on his handmedown toolbelt and talks shop with Luke, a master of DIY craftsmanship. Luke discusses the value in building your own items, and what it takes to make a house a home. Together we explore how house sparrows are not so different from people, repurposing vacated nests into homes like we do with rental properties, and even acquiring roommates to cut on the cost of living!
House sparrows are divisive birds. They're an invasive species throughout the planet and have aided in the downfall of countless native species by consuming their food or driving them out of their natural habitat. However, I believe it is important to acknowledge these are lifeforms themselves worth respecting. They got to every corner of the earth by joining humans on their colonial journey, so who is really to blame? This episode acknowledges house sparrow's destructive nature, but asks you, dear listener, to consider some empathy for them as birds and creatures that deserve to live.
Be sure to check out the Will's Birdbrain Instagram account for complementary episode photos and videos, plus many other awesome bird photos/stories! https://www.instagram.com/wills_birdbrain/?hl=en
Got a favorite bird you'd like to hear discussed on the Podcast? Shoot Will an email and let him know what you'd like to hear, share a birding story, or just say what's up! Email inquiries - willsbirdbrain@gmail.com
Will's Birdbrain has merch! Consider grabbing a sticker or two of your favorite common bird! Proceeds will go straight into funding more episodes and spreading the joy of birding!
Shop - https://www.etsy.com/shop/WillsBirdbrain?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1361667746
Love the show, consider supporting me on Patreon! Click the link to sign up: https://www.patreon.com/willsbirdbrain
Your support and interest is extremely helpful and encouraging! If you liked the show, please consider dropping a rating to show your support. Got suggestions for improvement, those could be added to a review! The goal of the Podcast is to share the love of birds, so be sure to share with your friends and family too. Together let's show some love to these common critters that so often get overlooked.
Don't forget to keep up with the common critters!