Creature Comforts

Scott Lemmons from the Mississippi Chapter of the Nature Conservancy talks about some of their latest conservation projects. They most recently completed restoring important habitats along the lower Mississippi River. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

During the holiday's pets are either caught in the shuffle or front and center for all the festivities. Dr. Majure answers today's round of pet questions and talks about becoming a new pet owner. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Christmas Bird Count is here and it's not hard to participate. Libby Hartfield tells us what to expect this year and also talks about the legend Fannye Cook. Also, Dr. Majure answers your pet questions during this episode of Creature Comforts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

William McKinley, Deer Program Coordinator for the Mississippi Department of the Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks joins the program to talk about the Mississippi deer population. Boasting one of the best in the country we talk about ways to keep Mississippi wildlife landscape full of these beautiful creatures. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Creature Comforts, we have Rob Ballinger from Wildlife Mississippi. He has been working with Mississippi bottomland hardwood/wetlands for many years and talks with us about these habitats and the upcoming duck hunting season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Steve Peterson has been giving a hoot about the owls of Mississippi for a mighty long time. He joins the program today and shares his knowledge of this nocturnal bird of prey. Tune in and see if you can identify the owl you hear around your house at night. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Chris King from the Jackson Audubon Society joins the program to talk about how to get started as a bird watcher and what to look for this time of year. Also giving a history of the Audubon Society and the Christmas bird count, he and Libby answer questions about what you can do to attract birds to your home. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Cathy Shropshire joins the program to talk about the Great Delta Bear Affair and the story of how Theodore Roosevelt got the nickname Teddy. Also, Dr. Majure returns and answers your pet questions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From the MS Museum of Natural Science biologist Karen Dierolf joins the show to talk about the fish of Mississippi and their senses. Also, Libby Harfield lets us know about some exciting events happening at the museum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Fisherman Bob Crosby joins the program to talk about fishing the Mississippi River. With plenty of prized catfish swimming the river he shares advice and stories from his time on the water. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The right bird feeder and patience will easily turn your backyard into a hungry birds destination. Cathy Ross from Wild Birds Unlimited joins the program pointing everyone from the novice to the experienced to a better birdscaped yard. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr. Troy Majure answers your pet questions on this very furry Pet Day episode. With topics of skin disorders, cataracts, and hearing loss, Dr. Majure addresses these questions and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Retired educator and avid bird watcher Steve Peterson joins Creature Comforts to talk about the hummingbirds he is seeing in Mississippi. He also gives tips about your bird feeder and how to attract humming birds to your feeder. Also, Dr. Majure talks about pets and Hurricane Harvey. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ticks may be small, but their bite can pack a mighty punch. Dr. Robert Galli, from the University Medical Center, joins the show to talk tick bites and what to do after you have been bitten. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Becky Stowe, the director of Forest at the Nature Conservancy, joins the show to talk about the efforts to preserve the Pascagoula rivers rich legacy. Also, we talk about the upcoming eclipse and the effects it could have on your pets. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Guest Robert Smith, the Coastal Program Coordinator for Wildlife Mississippi, joins the show to explain the benefits of wildfires and prescribed burnings. With many of southern Mississippi’s habitats fire dependent places like the rolling pine hills and the wet pine savannahs have truly benefited from these fires. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brad Young, executive director of the Mississippi Wildlife Federation, stops by to give details about the 31st edition of the Mississippi Wildlife Extravaganza. This event brings together outdoor enthusiast from all around the state and country. Also, Dr. Troy Majure is back on the program answering pet questions and talking about the upcoming solar eclipse. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cathy Costello joins the program to share how snake venom is being used for medicinal purposes. Her upcoming lecture is "Why Snakes Are Important to Humans: Ecological, Medical and Economic Benefits". See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jamie Holt and Richard Rummel from the Black Bear Program visit the show and give information about this native Mississippi bear. With black bear population increasing sightings have become more frequent and you should know what to do if you encounter one. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The doctor is in and has tips for your pets during the hot summer months. Dr. Majure answers your pet questions about flea control, horse health, & baby possums. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.