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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 | Light Up The Night

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2021/05/13

Lynn Faust joins this edition of Creature Comforts to talks about the fire flies appearing this late spring. As the author of “Fireflies, Glow-worms, and Lightning Bugs: Identification and Natural History of the Fireflies of the Eastern and Central United States and Canada” Lynn really knows how to pick these bio-luminescent creatures out of the nights sky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Pet Day - May 2021

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2021/05/06

The guineafowl may not be as popular as chickens but are very well known for their yard tick control. But can you endure their call? This is just an example of the type of advice you hear on an all-pet edition of creature comforts. Along with tips for keeping pets calm during severe weather and learning about what Libby is seeing outside her window this May Pet Day is a great time to hear what is happening with your four-legged friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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Creature Comforts | Snakes Galore

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2021/04/22

Terry Vandeventer is a Creature Comfort's favorite and always shares that snakes are more afraid of us than we are of them. As hard as a fact like that may be to believe, Terry talks about the proper way to interact with these creatures and dispel myths about them. So put away your mothballs and listen to Terry talk about the over 40 species of snakes that call Mississippi home. Also, Libby Hartfield shares about the 51st annual Earth Day and Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions.

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Creature Comforts | Caterpillar Time

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2021/04/15

Former Director of the Mississippi Entomological Museum at Mississippi State, Dr. Richard Brown joins this episode of Creature Comforts to talk all things caterpillar. Last year, before he retired from the museum, he was on the show talking about moths. Which is what all caterpillars become, if they do not become butterflies. Between pet questions for Dr. Majure and Libby commenting on her latest nature sightings, Dr. Brown shares about the various caterpillars seen around Mississippi.Show

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Creature Comforts | National Wildlife Week

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2021/04/08

National Wildlife week is a time to celebrate the beauty and diversity of America’s wildlife.Even species you think you know have strange secrets to reveal.Joining us to talk about these secrets and more is head naturalist and spokesperson for the National Wildlife Federation, David Mizejewski. Ever heard of an animal called a hellbender? Well they are here in Mississippi and that is just one of the nuggets of knowledge David shared through out the show. Also, Dr. Majure talked about the dreadful

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Creature Comforts | Pet Day - April 2021

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2021/04/01

As always, we like to open every new month on Creature Comforts with an entire show dedicated to your pets and recent brushes with nature. Easter season is here and Dr. Majure talks about how some homes litter train their pet rabbits. Also, he answers your pet questions, while Libby lets us know about the interesting things she is noticing outside her window. Pet day is always a great opportunity to get advice about your animal and a new nature checklist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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Creature Comforts | Swallow-tailed Kite

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2021/03/18

The Orleans Audubon Society is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of wildlife and wild places of the southeastern U.S.Today on Creature Comforts we welcome Dr. Jennifer Coulson, President of the Orleans Audubon Society, to talk about the swallow-tailed kite that once had a population that would stretch as far north as Minnesota. This beautiful bird of prey is protected in the state of Mississippi but still has challenges that threaten its numbers. Along with talk of the swallow-tailed

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Creature Comforts | Rice's Whale

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2021/03/11

The newly discovered Rice's whale is named after biologist Dale Rice, who first recognized these whales in the Gulf of Mexico. Thought to be a subspecies of Bryde's whales they were properly identified after one washed up in the Everglades. From Healthy Gulf (HealthyGulf.org) we welcome Christian Wagley to give us details about this newly discovered species and what makes them different from other whales that frequent the gulf. Christian even shares ways we can help these endangered whales, who

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Creature Comforts | Pet Day - March 2021

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2021/03/04

Today on Creature Comforts we dedicate the show to your pets and the animals around your home. As we share our space with creatures big and small there are times when everyone needs a place to call their own. Throughout the show, Libby Hartfield, Dr. Troy Majure, and guest host Java Chatman talk with listeners about their pet problems, help keep bird feeders for the birds, and even talk about the latest in animal cloning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Bird Behavior w/ Joe McGee

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2021/02/25

Now that all the snow and ice have melted it is time to check and see how our Mississippi wildlife was affected by the sudden arctic blast. After catching up with Libby and Dr. Majure about their unique experiences during the winter weather, we welcome back to the show biologist Joe McGee. Always observant about all things Mississippi wildlife, Joe talks about how the cold affected the birds around his feeder and what to look for when raptors are targeting smaller birds in your yard.Show

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Creature Comforts | Pet Day - February 2021

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2021/02/04

Pet days are a great time here on Creature Comforts. It is an opportunity to hear about what is happening with your furry friends. Often if there is a problem with a pet, listeners call in and share what worked for them and their pet. Also, Dr. Majure has a brand of veterinary advice that is all his own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Eagle Time

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2021/01/28

Around Mississippi, eagles are nesting, and now is a great time for eagle sightings. In this edition of Creature Comforts, Debbie Crum from Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation joins the show to talk about where these eagles are being spotted and what to do if you come across injured animals. Recently Debbie was called to help an injured bald eagle that was struck by a car and needed serious medical attention. Also, Dr. Majure and Libby are on hand for pet and wildlife questions about curious cats

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Creature Comforts | Blue Crab Traps

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2021/01/21

The blue crab is a highly sought-after shellfish but derelict traps can be a major strain on the coast and cause more than environmental problems. Today we welcome Eric Sparks and Alyssa Rodolfich from the Mississippi State University, Coastal Research & Extension Center to talk about the blue crab and how the Derelict Trap Reward Program is helping the coast with this unique problem. Also, Libby talks about the yellow-belliedsapsuckers she is seeing and Dr. Mjaure answers a few pet questions

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Creature Comforts | Winter Hummingbirds

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2021/01/14

On this edition of Creature Comforts, we welcome our first guest of 2021, Emma Rhodes, an avian biologist from the Banding Coalition of the Americas.Since a young age, Emma has been banding birds to help understand their behaviors and relationship to the world.She talks about the winter hummingbirds that can be seen at bird feeders this time of year and the mechanics of choosing which birds to band. Also, Dr. Majure shares tips for fighting your dog's bad breath, while Libby talks about the very

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Creature Comforts | Pet Day - January 2021

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2021/01/07

Creature Comforts is an MPB Think Radio staple and has been speaking to pet owners and nature enthusiasts for years. Dr. Troy Majure, Libby Hartfield, and Kevin Ferrall are ready to get 2021 off to a great start and continue this legacy. To start the year off it is an all pet edition of the show. What does a pet annual exam consist of? Why is my cat obsessed with my shoes? These questions are answered along with Libby talking about her cross country trip to the upper northwest part of the

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Creature Comforts | Mississippi Winter Birds

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2020/12/17

Winter birding in Mississippi really is special. With the robust number of birds making their migration to warmer temperatures, mingling with the fowl that call Mississippi home year-round, it is a sight to see. On this edition of Creature Comforts, Dr. Janet Wright joins the show to talk about different ways to see these wonderful winter birds. Either at home or in the wild there are tips that can make your next bird outing worthwhile. Also, Dr. Majure talks about how to keep our pets healthy

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Creature Comforts | December Pet Day

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2020/12/10

Pet days are especially enjoyable on Creature Comforts because we get to hear from you and what is happening with your furry friends. Dr. Majure is always ready to point you in the right direction with advice and Libby Hartfield is on hand to explain your latest brush with nature. On this all pet edition of Creature Comforts we hear about a cat that is long overdue for a doctor visit, the best calming practices for dogs, and proper litter box ettique. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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Creature Comforts | Black Bear Black Bear

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2020/12/03

The black bear and Mississippi have a storied history together, dating back to the days of President Theodore Roosevelt.Today on the show we welcome Becky Rosamond from the US Fish and Wildlife Service to talk about the black bear and the Black Bear Program.She shares that the black bear population in Mississippi is around 200 bears but they very hard to spot in the wild. With an emphasis on the slogan "Keep Wild Bears Wild", Becky shares tips about what to do if you become face to face with one of

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Creature Comforts | Autumn Deer

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2020/11/19

Firearm season for deer opens this weekend in Mississippi and William McKinley, Deer Program Coordinator for Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, wants all hunters to be safe. He joins the show to update Creature Comforts about the deer population of the state and provide an update about the chronic wasting disease. For the most update information about hunting in Mississippi visit:https://www.mdwfp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Creature Comforts | Mississippi Migration

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2020/11/12

Mark Woodrey has been looking toward the sky since the days of outdoor trips with his granddad. Those outings began his fascination with birds and now as a research associate at the Mississippi State University Coastal Research and Extension Centerhe focuses on the scientific understanding and conservation of coastal ecosystems. This includes the migrating birds that call Mississippi home throughout the year. Mark joins the show to talk about how these birds impact Mississippi and how studying

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