Episode #216 Tracking Blue-Winged Teal: Duckling Survival & Predator Impacts with Biologist Grant Rhodes

Description In this episode of The North American Waterfowler Podcast, Elliott is joined once again by waterfowl biologist Grant Rhodes. Grant shares updates on his PhD research, including the move from LSU to UC Davis, the switch from Saskatchewan to Manitoba, and what his third field season revealed about blue-winged teal duckling survival. We dive into how drones are changing brood surveys, the role of predators like ravens, surprising insights into hen and duckling behavior, and what these findings mean for the future of waterfowl management. Listeners also hear Grant’s story as an adult-onset hunter, his first duck hunts, and where he hopes his research career leads next. This is a must-listen for anyone who loves ducks, science, and conservation. Want to support the show and watch live recordings like this one? Join us at: 👉 patreon.com/freelanceduckhunting This podcast is brought to you by The North American Waterfowler App. Log every hunt, track your lifetime waterfowl stats, compare with your crew, and relive your best hunts in detail. Available now on iOS and Android. Learn more at thenorthamericanwaterfowler.com. Flight Day Ammunition – Premium bismuth and steel waterfowl loads. Get 10% off at flightdayammo.com with code FDH10. Weatherby Shotguns – Proven reliability and performance in the blind. See the full lineup at weatherby.com. Purina Dog Food – Backed by decades of research, trusted to fuel your retriever. Learn more at purina.com. Mammoth Guardian Dog Crates – Heavy-duty protection for your hunting dog. Find them at mammothpetproducts.com and use code GUARDIAN15 for 15% off. Shotty Gear – Rugged, waterproof duck hunting gear designed for everyday hunters. Visit shottygear.com and use code FDH10 for 10% off. TideWe – Affordable, high-performance waders and hunting gear built for the elements. Shop at tidewe.com and use code FDH18 for 18% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices