Horsehair worms are easy to find. They are fascinating and harmless. Keep your eyes open when you are near water. Bill found one crawling out of a grasshopper. Our sources for this episode include: Horsehair Worms (https://entomology.ca.uky.edu/files/efpdf3/ef613.pdf) Iowa State Horsehair Worms (https://hortnews.extension.iastate.edu/horsehair-worm) Wild Fact #752 – Bad Company – Nematomorpha (http://www.wild-facts.com/2010/wild-fact-752-bad-company-nematomorpha/) Zombie Fungus Enslaves Only Its...
Dec 25, 2018•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Water Striders are amazing insects that you can find in lakes and streams. Tune in to find out what they eat, how fast they are and much more. This episode was recorded live at Roads, Rivers and Trails (https://roadsriversandtrails.com/). Our sources for this episode include: Facts About Water Striders https://someinterestingfacts.net/facts-water-striders This Is Why Water Striders Make Terrible Lifeguards - KQED You Tube video https://www.kqed.org/science/1871155/this-is-why-water-striders-make...
Dec 11, 2018•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast As human beings we have a chance to contribute to organizations that help educate and protect the natural world. Bob and Bill talk about some of their favorite organizations and what they are able to accomplish with a little help from people like you. If you are donating to an organization please consider leaving a comment under this episode. Organizations that Bob and Bill support: Imago https://imagoearth.org Cincinnati Nature Center https://www.cincynature.org The Nature Conservancy https://w...
Nov 27, 2018•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast The beaver is one of the largest rodents in North America. Tune in to find out how and why beavers actually took up parachuting! Our sources for this episode include: Parachuting beavers featured in ' Fur For the Future ,' 1950s-era film https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gNAjBPIyjQ Amazing Facts About the Beaver https://onekindplanet.org/animal/beaver/ Facts About Beavers https://www.livescience.com/52460-beavers.html 11 Fascinating Facts About Beavers http://mentalfloss.com/article/62316/11-fasc...
Nov 13, 2018•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Did you know that we have thousands of species of parasitoid wasps? Tune in to find out why these are called Zombie Wasps. Our sources for this episode include: Butterfly Eggs and Caterpillar Survival | Life In The Undergrowth | BBC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCo2uCLXvhk That little speck there? That's a parasitoid wasp! https://u.osu.edu/pinningblock/2015/05/28/that-little-speck-there-thats-a-parasitoid-wasp/ Ichneumon Wasps More than 5,000 species in North America https://nature.mdc.mo.go...
Oct 30, 2018•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is Nature Guys 100th episode and to celebrate Bill and Bob did a live show for volunteers of Cincinnati Nature Center (https://www.cincynature.org/) the place they met many years ago. This episode is on Canada Geese a bird that Bill had many encounters with at Cincinnati Nature Center. Tune in to find out all about the bird many people love to hate. Related episode: Don’t Grab a Snapping Turtle by the Tail (http://natureguys.org/snapping-turtle/) Our sources for this episode include: Where ...
Oct 16, 2018•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bill and Bob gathered nature stories at Imagoʼs Music in the Woods (http://www.imagoearth.org). Tune in to hear inspiring stories of nature connection. Bill mentions a book that he loves, The Overstory , by Richard Powers (http://www.richardpowers.net/the-overstory/). Related episodes: Sit Spot (http://natureguys.org/sit-spot/) and Screech Owl (http://natureguys.org/screech-owl/)
Oct 02, 2018•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Step outside on a night in late summer and listen to the sounds of the insects. Bill and Bob have some tips on how to listen to these amazing sounds. Our sources for this episode include: Bill suggests the book "The Songs of Insects" by Lang Elliott and Wil Hershberger https://www.amazon.com/Songs-Insects-Wil-Hershberger/dp/0618663975 The Music of Nature by Lang Elliot http://www.musicofnature.com Understanding Insect Sounds: Nature's Orchestra Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEHbY-ZkzVo W...
Sep 18, 2018•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bill finds fall webworms in the middle of summer. These may look nasty in trees but they are native. Related episode: Tent Caterpillars Camp Out Together http://natureguys.org/tent-caterpillars/ Our sources for this episode include: Answer Man Revisited: Are there more webworms this fall? Sept 2016 https://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2016/09/30/answer-man-revisited-there-more-webworms-fall/91172160/ Fall Webworm https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/fall-webworm/ The rise and fall of the...
Sep 04, 2018•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast It is hard to stay mad at a chipmunk because they are so darn cute. Tune in to learn all about this adorable creature. Our sources for this episode include: 5 Ways Chipmunks Win at Winter http://www.ohioanimalcompanion.org/5-ways-chipmunks-win-at-winter/ 10 things you don't know about chipmunks https://www.mnn.com/earth-matters/animals/stories/10-things-you-dont-know-about-chipmunks Chipmunk Facts http://www.havahart.com/chipmunk-facts NOT Alvin and the Chipmunks: 10 Facts You May Not Know about...
Aug 28, 2018•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Northern Water Snake is a common snake that you will see around water. Billʼs advice is to look at these and not pick them up. Our sources for this episode include: Northern Water Snake http://www.untamedscience.com/biodiversity/northern-water-snake/ Facts About Water Snakes https://www.livescience.com/52768-water-snake-facts.html Northern Water Snake https://snake-facts.weebly.com/northern-water-snake.html
Aug 21, 2018•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Did you know that Basswood was the favorite tree of Henry David Thoreau? Tune in to find out all about this amazing tree. Our sources for this episode include: Linden Tree (Tilia species): The Bee Tree by Gary Carlin http://hpsbg.weebly.com/uploads/2/3/6/6/2366012/linden_tree.pdf Basswood Tree Facts https://www.gardenguides.com/116300-basswood-tree.html Uses for Basswood http://www.bwsr.state.mn.us/news/webnews/May%202013/plant.pdf Basswood or Linden Tree Interesting Facts and Uses http://snapla...
Aug 14, 2018•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Nature Guys recorded this show in front of a live audience at Fibanacci Brewing Company (http://fibbrew.com/). Fibonacci makes a beer called Mulberry Grove. Tune in to find out how mulberry trees ended up growing near the the brewery. Our sources for this episode include: Hamilton Avenue Road to Freedom by Charles Cheney http://hamiltonavenueroadtofreedom.org/?page_id=563 Silk https://tennesseeencyclopedia.net/entries/silk/ Mt. Healthy neighbors gather mulberries for Fibonaci beer https://ww...
Aug 07, 2018•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast We were at Cincinnati Nature Center for their Hoots and Hops event. Much to our surprise we found out that Lois has Japanese Beetles on her ferns. If you have a garden you probably have seen a Japanese Beetle. These insects can be a challenge to control. Tune in to find out how to identify and deal with the Japanese Beetle. Our sources for this episode include: Best and Worst Plants https://www.almanac.com/content/japanese-beetles-best-and-worst-plants Jaw-dropping Facts About Japanese Beetles h...
Jul 31, 2018•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you happen to see a baby hummingbird take a closer look. You probably are looking at a Hummingbird Moth. Tune in to find out all about a moth that looks and acts like a hummingbird. Our sources for this episode include: Summer Hummer http://bugoftheweek.com/blog/2015/7/13/summer-hummer-hummingbird-moth-ihemaris-thysbei National Moth Week http://nationalmothweek.org Convergent Evolution https://www.sciencedaily.com/terms/convergent_evolution.htm Is it rare to see a hummingbird moth? http://ani...
Jul 24, 2018•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Once in awhile we are going to take advantage of Billʼs vast travel experience. In this episode Bill and Bob share nature stories from Belize. Related episode: Bill's Travel Tips (http://natureguys.org/bills-travel-tips/) Our sources for this episode include: Mayan Culture and History http://www.tulum.com/information/mayan-culture-history/ Howler Monkey Facts http://interesting-animal-facts.com/Facts-South-American-Animals/Howler-Monkey-Facts.shtml Belize Barrier Reef Snorkeling http://www.tropi...
Jul 17, 2018•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bill has traveled the world in his long career. In this episode he shares some tips and tricks to help make sure you can enjoy the natural world no matter how close or far you travel from home. Visit our website at http://www.natureguys.org/ for a list of Bill's tips and tricks!
Jul 10, 2018•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Learn how and how not to pick up a snapping turtle. These turtles live a really long time. Find out the pros and cons of this strategy. This episode was recorded live at Roads, Rivers and Trails (http://roadsriversandtrails.com/). Our sources for this episode include: To Help Snapping Turtles https://www.tortoisetrust.org/articles/snappers.htm 10 Awesome Snapping Turtle Facts https://www.buzzfeed.com/turtlefeed/10-awesome-snapping-turtle-facts-ruc?utm_term=.ajANjXPeV#.bepj18Nem How would you hel...
Jul 03, 2018•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tune in to find out why deer will not eat ferns. Bill will explain the life cycle of this amazing plant. Bob takes you way back to the time when ferns were eaten by dinosaurs. Find out why the Victorians in Britain had fern fever. Our sources for this episode include: Fern-mania: After the Victorians said they cured madness and boosted your love life - and explorers risked death to find them, the humble fern is sexy all over again http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2111859/Fern-mania-After-...
Jun 26, 2018•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ticks can make you sick. However, if you take a few precautions they will not prevent you from being outside. Join us to find all about these challenging creatures. Related episode: Opossums Like To Eat Ticks (http://natureguys.org/opossums/) Our sources for this episode include: What Purpose Do Ticks Serve in the Ecosystem? https://www.hunker.com/12192945/what-purpose-do-ticks-serve-in-theecosystem Create a Tick-Safe Zone Through Landscaping https://www.cdc.gov/lyme/prev/in_the_yard.html Deer T...
Jun 19, 2018•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bobʼs garden is invaded by voles. Tune in to find out why this little rodent is being studied by researchers. Our sources for this episode include: Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management http://icwdm.com What Can Rodents Tell Us About Why Humans Love? https://www.smithsonianmag.com/scienceanature/what-can-rodents-tell-us-about-why-humans-love-180949441/ Voles: These Little Rodents Can do a Lot of Damage https://www.gardensalive.com/product/voles-these-little-rodents-can-do-a-lot-of-damag...
Jun 12, 2018•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast Seems like everyone knows something about the Praying Mantis. Tune in to find out some interesting facts that you might not know. Our sources for this episode include: Praying mantises released for pest control are hunting hummingbirds https://www.treehugger.com/animals/praying-mantises-released-pest-control-are-hunting-hummingbirds.html 11 wondrous facts about praying mantises https://www.treehugger.com/animals/11-wondrous-facts-about-praying-mantises.html 10 Fascinating Praying Mantis Facts ht...
Jun 05, 2018•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Who isnʼt happy to see butterflies? Bill loves to look for zebra and tiger butterflies in April and May. Join us to find out how these butterflies get out so early. Our sources for this episode include: Tiger Swallowtail Facts and Info https://animalsake.com/tiger-swallowtail-butterfly Common Swallowtail Butterflies http://www.birdsandblooms.com/blog/common-swallowtail-butterflies/ A Garden for Zebras and Tigers http://blog.nwf.org/2016/02/a-garden-for-zebras-and-tigers/ Top 10 Plants for Swallo...
May 29, 2018•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bob is amazed to learn that tent caterpillars are native. He also learns that pregnant horses can be harmed by tent caterpillars. As usual Bill tells us when are where to find these gregarious creatures. Our sources for this episode include: Interesting Behaviors and Traits of Tent Caterpillars - https://www.thoughtco.com/tent-caterpillar-facts-4148139 7 facts about tent caterpillars and why they're all over N.J. this spring - http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2016/05/6_facts_about_tent_caterpill...
May 22, 2018•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bill has a very hard time dealing with the common starling. Bob does his best to bring up some interesting facts about the starling. Join us to see if Bill changes his mind about a bird that many people love to hate. Our sources for this episode include: The Invasive Species We Can Blame On Shakespeare - https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/the-invasive-species-we-can-blame-on-shakespeare-95506437/ Even if we don’t love starlings, we should learn to live with them - https://ideas.ted.co...
May 15, 2018•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast Bob, Bill and Beth take a field trip out to Burtonʼs Bamboo Garden. Did you know that some bamboo is native to the US? Tune in to find out all the pros and cons of this very interesting plant. Our sources for this episode include: Zak Burton at Burtonʼs Bamboo Garden - http://www.burtonsbamboogarden.com/ Bamboo - https://www.mydaytondailynews.com/news/local/bamboo-invasions-promptbans-crackdowns/eqYmvqyOTtkEmv7JkPUz5J/ Americaʼs Native Bamboo https://showmeoz.wordpress.com/2015/07/08/americas-na...
May 08, 2018•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Toads are so cool! If you cannot find one make sure you take some kids hiking with you. They are great at finding toads. Join us as we explore many interesting things about the toad. Do you know how they drink water? Our sources for this episode include: Book “The Hidden Life of a Toad” by Doug Wechsler - http://dougwechsler.com/pages/hidden-life-of-a-toad.php American Toads - http://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Anaxyrus_americanus/ American Toad: The Animal Files - http://www.theanimalfiles.com...
May 01, 2018•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nature Guys is the podcast that connects you to the exciting natural world right in your own neighborhood. These nature connections will help you be cool, calm, collected and ready to make a positive difference in the world. Nature Guys is co-hosted by Bob a long time nature lover and Bill a professional naturalist for over 40 years. We are excited to have Chris Clements, Executive Director of Imago (http://imagoearth.org), join us on this show recorded in front of a live audience at Roads, Rive...
Apr 24, 2018•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast The bladdernut is a great native under story shrub. If you see something that looks like chinese lanterns you may have found bladdernut. Bill says it is a wonderful plant for a yard. Our sources for this episode include: American Bladdernut (Staphylea trifoliaa) - http://www.carolinanature.com/trees/sttr.html Staphylea trifolia Fact Sheet - http://dendro.cnre.vt.edu/dendrology/syllabus/factsheet.cfm?ID=87 Bladdernut - https://www.uaex.edu/yard-garden/resource-library/plant-week/ bladdernut-10-21...
Apr 17, 2018•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is a great native under story plant. Bill explains the difference between a tree and a bush. Spicebush is a wonderful plant to look for on a hike. Our sources for this episode include: Spicebush (Lindera benzoin) - http://mowildflowers.net/Spice-Bush-Lindera-benzoin_p_163.html Edible Wild Plants - http://connsoil-totallysustainable.blogspot.com/2012/08/edible-wild-plants-spicebush-tea.html Common Spicebush Facts - http://www.softschools.com/facts/plants/common_spicebush_facts/1308/...
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