Ep. 79: Rosy-finch banding

About this episode

This episode features a discussion on the rosy-finch, a high-elevation bird in Utah, and the research efforts to study it.

In this episode, DWR Wildlife Conservation Biologist Shawn Pladas talks about a small, high-elevation bird found in Utah that researchers are trying to learn more about — the rosy-finch. Listen in to learn fun facts about this not-very-commonly-seen bird, what methods biologists are using to study this species and ways you can help. Correction: During the introduction, a bird was referred to as a blue jay, when it was in fact a Steller's jay.

People in this episode

Guest: Shawn Pladas

Topics covered

• rosy-finch
• bird banding
• wildlife conservation
• Utah birds
• research methods
• species study

Keywords

• rosy-finch
• bird banding
• wildlife conservation
• Utah
• Steller's jay
• research methods
• high-elevation birds

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Places: Utah

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