Engines Podcast
Engines of Our Ingenuity 2775: Wingtips
Posted on · Episode: 2775 What should the end of a wing look like, and why — on birds, airplanes (or even propellers). Today, airplanes, birds, and their wingtips.
Tag: birding
Houston Matters
Tuesday’s Show: DACA At The Supreme Court, And Author Elizabeth Gilbert (Nov. 12, 2019)
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: The union representing Houston teachers takes issue with plans for a state takeover of HISD, the Supreme Court hears arguments on three cases related to DACA, a local ornithologist answers your bird-related questions, and writer Elizabeth Gilbert talks about her new novel.
Houston Matters
Houston Birding Picks Up As Spring Migration Gets Underway
Posted on · Millions of birds are flying through Texas as spring migration gets underway. Itâs a phenomenon that may go unnoticed by most, but not for birders. These are birding enthusiasts who eagerly await the arrival of Purple Martins, Black-and-white Warblers and other migratory species. The Houston area offers several places to go and catch a glimpse […]
News
The Annual Christmas Bird Count Begins Today
Posted on · The Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count begins today. Volunteer birders have 24 hours in specific areas known as "count circles" to identify and count as many birds as possible. Rod Rice reports.