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Creature Comforts

Each week, Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, brings a specialist into the studio to answer your questions about various animals we see in Mississippi. And of course, Dr. Troy Majure, Veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center of Jackson answers your pet questions. Each week, you’ll learn more about the animals that live in our homes and the animals who live in the world around us. You’ll also find out more about family-friendly exhibits and events at the

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Creature Comforts | Deer Day

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2022/11/17

Today on the show we welcome Pierce Young, private lands biologist for the MDWFP.The white-tailed deer is the official land mammal of Mississippi and one of our top game animals too.We will discuss this mighty creature, its impact on our state, and talk about white tail deer management efforts, and how to avoid them on the roads. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, is here if you have any pet questions, along with Libby Hartfield,retired director of the Mississippi Museum

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Creature Comforts | Owl Day

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2022/11/10

Today on the show we welcome Katie Tupy, Educator and Biologist from the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.She has joined us today to talk about the many owls that can be seen and heard around Mississippi. Do know which type of owl is hooting outside your window?And where the myth of the wise ol’ owl originate?Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield,retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest

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Creature Comforts | All Pet Day - November 2022

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2022/11/03

Today is the first Thursday of the month, so the doors to our pet hospital are wide open! It's an All-Pet day on Creature Comforts and we welcome all pet questions from the big to the small! Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield,retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature!Join the conversation by email:animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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Creature Comforts | Bats

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2022/10/27

The bat may not one of the feature animals when thinking about Mississippi wildlife, such as the deer or catfish.But Mississippi is home to 15 types of bats that play a significant role in Mississippi’s ecosystem.Today we welcome Katelin Cross from the Museum of Natural Science to talk about the role of the bat, answer any questions you might have about these winged mammals, and share the details about the upcoming Park After Dark event.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center,

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Creature Comforts | Spiders

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2022/10/20

Today on the program we welcome Dr. Wesley Shoop, to discuss creepy crawlers found around the state. Home to many different species of spiders, From the common Orb-weaver to the secretive Brown recluse, Mississippi spiders come in a variety of shapes and sizes.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield,retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature!Join the conversation by

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Creature Comforts | Alligator Snapping Turtles

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2022/10/13

Today on the program we welcome Luke Pearson, herpetologist and biologist with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service who is with us today to talk about Alligator Snapping Turtles, where they are found and how he captured one that weighed over 100 pounds. Even though overall numbers of alligator snapping turtles are on the decline, there is more data needed to become a protected species.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield,retired director of the

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Creature Comforts | Fall Bug Population

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2022/09/29

Now that temperatures outside are beginning to cool just a bit, the number of many insect species is probably at it's highest this early fall and the booming bug populations can be a food bonanza for migrating songbirds and other wildlife including bats, fish, lizards, and even other insects. To talk about his observations during this early fall, we welcome back biologist Joe Magee. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield,retired director of the

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Creature Comforts | Migratory Birds of Mississippi

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2022/09/22

On today’s show, we welcome Dr. Frank Moore, Distinguished Professor Emeritus University of Southern Mississippi. For over 30 years he, his students & other collaborators have studied the biology of migratory songbirds across North America, but most intensely along the northern coast of Gulf Mexico. Today we will talk about these migratory birds that visit Mississippi along their migration.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield, retired director of

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Creature Comforts | Ramps and Piers

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2022/09/08

Freshwater fishing opportunities abound in Mississippi with over 4,000 miles of streams and 282,000 acres of lakes and reservoirs.Today we welcome back Dennis Riecke from the MDWFP to talk fishing and the Ramps & Piers Program,where the new ramps located, who can use them, and what is biting this time of year.As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield take your pet questions and talk about your latest brushes with nature!Join the conversation by

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Creature Comforts | Rain and Frogs

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2022/08/25

The entire state has experienced buckets of wet weather for the past couple of days, and the entire summer, as a whole. While people often worry about flooding and water damage, large amounts of rain affect quality and quantity of breeding habitats for our Mississippi wildlife as well. Biologist Joe Magee joins the program to talk about his observations during this rainy season. As always, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your pet and creature

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Creature Comforts | Bird Banding & Purple Martins

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2022/08/18

Today on the show, we welcome back Emma Rhodes, Co-Founder and Director of Conservation and Scientific Research at the Banding Coalition of the Americas. She is truly dedicated to avian research and outreach. As a master bird bander, she'll talk with us today about the Purple Martin Project and how regular citizens can participate in bird banding activities. Also, Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with theAnimal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your pet and creature questions! Join the conversation by

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Creature Comforts | Nature Conservancy

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2022/08/11

Dr. Troy Majure, DVM, with the Animal Medical Center, and Libby Hartfield answer your questions and listen to your encounters! Alex Littlejohn, with The Nature Conservancy, joins the show to talk about his new positions and how it can benefit Mississippi. If you would like to submit any pet questions or to share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures :) simply email us at: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | All Pet Day - August 2022

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2022/08/04

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Backyard Splooting

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2022/07/28

With today’s high gasoline prices and even higher temperatures, some people are finding it practical to skip road trips and stay at home to explore the wealth of flora and fauna in our own backyards.Today we welcome back Joe Magee to talk about his recent backyard observations and what you might see as our local critters deal with this extreme summer heat. Have you ever heard of splooting? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Ramps and Piers Program

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2022/07/21

Freshwater fishing opportunities abound in Mississippi with over 4,000 miles of streams and 282,000 acres of lakes and reservoirs.Today we welcome back Dennis Riecke from the MDWFP to talk fishing and the Ramps & Piers Program. Back in the studio after joining the show last month, Dennis gives us an update on Asian carp, bream fishing, and talks about who can take part in the ramps and piers around the state. Also,Libby is still in Oregon and enjoying 60-degree weather, while Dr. Majure

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Creature Comforts | All Pet Day - July 2022

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2022/07/07

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Eagle Eyes

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2022/06/23

Our favorite birdwatcher, Steve Peterson stops by to talk about eagles and where they may be spotted this time of year. Also, Dr. Majure and Libby discuss your latest brushes with nature and pet questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Summer Fishing & Birding

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2022/06/09

The summer is always a great time to cast the rod and reel to fish Mississippi’s waters.Just about every corner of the state has a place to get in on this great summer activity. So we welcome back Dennis Reicke from the Mississippi Depart of Wildlife Fisheries and Park to talk about where to fish and what is biting this time of year. Also, Libby gives us a firefly update and talks about what she is seeing outside her window, while Dr. Majure answers questions about a sick rooster. Hosted on Acast

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Creature Comforts | Pet Day - June 2022

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2022/06/09

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Falconry with Dr. Jennifer Coulson

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2022/05/26

Dr. Jennifer Coulson returns to Creature Comforts to talk about her passion for raptors and falconry. As a longtime practitioner of this ancient sport, Dr. Coulson along with her husband raises Harris's hawks and trains them to be effective hunters. She breakdown what it takes to become a falconer and the commitment it commands. Also, Libby gives an update about the fireflies in the state and Dr. Majure helps a listener with their puppy potty training experience. Hosted on Acast. See

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