In this episode, Glen concludes his conversation with Rich MacDonald of the Natural History Center during a winter walk in Acadia National Park, reflecting on forest structure, succession, and the complexity of ecological systems. The discussion broadens to observations of ravens and Bald Eagles.
In this episode, Glen continues his conversation with Rich MacDonald of the Natural History Center during a winter walk in Acadia National Park, exploring the ethical tensions when observing wildlife in distress. From rescuing stranded amphibian eggs to aiding an injured Peregrine Falcon, Rich reflects on the balance between natural processes and human intervention.
Glen continues his conversation with Rich MacDonald of the Natural History Center during a winter walk in Acadia National Park, exploring how birds quickly take advantage of temporary habitats created by disturbance. Drawing on examples from Maine and beyond, Rich describes how sudden changes, such as flooded forests and exposed mudflats, can attract unexpected concentrations of waterfowl and shorebirds, raising questions about how birds detect and respond to these short-lived opportunities in a constantly changing landscape.
In this episode, Glen continues a discussion with Rich MacDonald of the Natural History Center during a winter walk in Acadia National Park, reflecting on the value of long-term observation in understanding ecological change. Drawing on decades of field experience, from bird banding studies to a 2002 kayak expedition around the Gulf of Maine, Rich discusses how shifting baselines, climate change, and evolving research questions shape our understanding of coastal ecosystems, from changing bird populations to the increasing presence of species like sea turtles
Glen joins Rich MacDonald of the Natural History Center for a winter walk along the Hemlock Trail in Acadia National Park, where a familiar path reveals change from week to week and season to season. As they move through the snow-covered woods, they reflect on shifting bird communities, the subtle but telling signs of seasonal transitions and the nesting behavior of Maine owls.
Glen walks a trail on Mount Desert Island with naturalist Rich MacDonald and they discuss Wood Ducks.
Glen walks a trail on Mount Desert Island with naturalist Rich MacDonald and they discuss woodpeckers.
Glen walks a trail on Mount Desert Island with naturalist Rich MacDonald and we talk about how he got started as a naturalist.
Glen walks a trail on Mount Desert Island with naturalist Rich MacDonald exploring the region’s diverse habitats and
discussing the area's unique ecology.
