BirdTalk

In this episode, we sit down with conservationist and passionate birder John Kinghorn to explore how birding goes beyond a hobby—it’s a powerful tool for conservation. We unpack how data from everyday birders contributes to protecting critical habitats, the importance of community science, and how BirdLife South Africa is spearheading efforts to safeguard our country’s most threatened bird species. John also highlights the critical role of conservation through education—an initiative being

In this episode, we sit down with conservationist and passionate birder John Kinghorn to explore how birding goes beyond a hobby—it’s a powerful tool for conservation. We unpack how data from everyday birders contributes to protecting critical habitats, the importance of community science, and how BirdLife South Africa is spearheading efforts to safeguard our country’s most threatened bird species. Plus, John shares some of his most unforgettable sightings and what keeps him inspired in the