E23 Mike Parr — Birds, the Tropics & the Mission to Save the Americas! 🕊️🌎

Send us Fan MailFew people have done more to protect the birds of the Americas than Mike Parr, President of the American Bird Conservancy.In this conversation, Mike joins Scott Harris to explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Tropical Andes, the vital link between birding and conservation, and how ecotourism can transform local economies while protecting critical habitats. From ground-cuckoo quests to stories of Fair Isle adventures, Mike’s journey is equal parts inspiration and education — showing how passion can lead to global impact.They also discuss: 🌎 Birds of the Tropical Andes — a stunning new book with photographer Owen Deutsch 🦜 How bird tourism drives conservation success stories in Ecuador, Peru & Bolivia 💚 The surprising connections between carbon offsets and birding travel 📘 Book recommendations from Jonathan Franzen, Carl Safina, and Amy Tan 🐦 Why protecting birds protects everything else — from frogs to forestsJoin the mission and learn how every birder, traveler, and artist can make a difference.📬 Stay curious — and get bonus content & updates: 👉 https://naturallyscott.kit.com/5fd12c6752