E09 Wayne Klockner – Komodo Dragons, Harpy Eagles & 60 Years of Birding!

Send us Fan MailWayne Klockner has been birding for more than 60 years — from his spark bird, a humble Dark-eyed Junco in New Jersey, to chasing the holy grail of raptors, the Harpy Eagle, deep in Panama’s Darién jungle. In this episode, Wayne joins Scott to share stories from a lifetime in conservation:Growing up birding alone in the farm fields of New JerseyA 38-year career with The Nature Conservancy, from Maryland to IndonesiaUp-close encounters with Komodo dragons, leopards in Kenya, and seabirds in New ZealandHis ongoing quest for nemesis birds like the Yellow Rail and Boreal OwlWhy the American Birding Association still matters — and where it’s heading nextFrom backyard feeders to global adventures, Wayne’s journey is a testament to the power of curiosity, conservation, and community.Whether you’re chasing lifers or just love a good bird story, this one will keep you soaring.