Common Loonatics

Will interviews one of the world's leading experts on the Common Loon, Dr. James D. Paruk. Together they discuss what it is that humans find so fascinating about loons, from their mournful wail to striking plumage. This conversation is flecked with awesome facts and unbelievable stories from Jim's adventures in the world of the loon. If you love loons too, check out Jim's book, Loon Lessons: Uncommon Encounters with the Great Northern Diver, to hear more stories directly from the Indiana Jones of Loons! https://www.upress.umn.edu/book-division/books/loon-lessons 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 - [email protected] 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. Love the show, consider supporting me on Patreon! Click the link to sign up: https://www.patreon.com/willsbirdbrain Remember, always be birding! Support the show