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Maria Mitchell Association - Ginger Andrews
This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche sits down with Ginger Andrews, the Field Ornithologist for the Maria Mitchell Association, for an insightful conversation about Nantucket’s birdlife. Ginger delves into the unique challenges Barn Owls face during the island’s harsh winters, including the dangers of secondary poisoning from their prey. She shares practical ways we can protect these magnificent owls, such as avoiding the use of poisons and rodent traps that harm their food sources. The discussion also explores other fascinating bird species that call Nantucket home, offering a glimpse…
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