The first episode of BirdNote on VPR is about starlings.  They can be a pest at our bird feeders, but loved by many.  Be sure to watch the video of a starling murmeration.

The weather’s getting colder and the leaves are falling: time for the fall bird show! Naturalist and self-described "bird diva" Bridget Butler answers questions from listeners about all things bird-related.

As migrating birds return to our region VPR's Jane Lindholm talks with "bird diva" Bridget Butler about which species you can expect to see soon.

"Bird Diva" Bridget Butler answers your questions about bird behavior and when we can expect to see specific species returning to our region. Also, the crime novels of Archer Mayor, recreated as audio plays.

Fish and wildlife officials are reminding Vermonters to take down their bird feeders to keep bears away.

Commentator Ted Levin has been thinking about how studying birds can help us understand changes in the natural world around us.

VPR's Jane Lindholm talks with naturalist and self described bird diva Bridget Butler about fall bird migrations and find out which ones of our feathered friends will keep us company throughout the winter months.

"Bird Diva" Bridget Butler talks all things ornithological on Vermont Edition's fall bird show. Also, winter weather predictions from the Old Farmer's Almanac.

Wind power is a big part of a push to increase renewable energy in the Northeast, but it may pose a danger to birds and bats.

We want to hear your recommendations for Vermont's best out of the way parks, hidden swimming holes, tucked away towns, and great creemee stands.  Also, we hear from Burlington Free Press reporter Candy Page about how humans impact birds' habitats.

Commentator and amateur birder Tom Slayton often travels long distances to see birds - but often he finds the most interesting ones in his own back yard.

"Bird Diva" Bridget Butler returns to Vermont Edition to talk about the arrival of spring's birds.

As songbirds return to the northeast, commentator Kristen Laine is thinking about what it takes - to carry a tune.

Large numbers of Arctic birds have made their way to Northeastern states in the past few months.

VPR's Jane Lindholm talks with bird enthusiast Bridget Butler about which birds we can expect to see, and to hear how some of the Northeast's favorite birds are faring this year-- from loons to pine grosbeaks to goldfinches.

As the weather grows colder, birders get ready to witness the great migration south.  We find out which birds we can expect to see, and we take your questions.  Also, an update on how our bats are faring this year. 

Two experts in heating efficiency will share some valuable advice on what we can do around the house to reduce our heating bills this winter. We'll hear about some small steps that are surprisingly effective, and what goes into a retrofitting an older home.

The return of our region's birds is one of the most reliable signs of spring. VPR's Jane Lindholm talks with Audubon Bird Expert Bridget Butler about which species have already returned, and which birds we can soon expect to see.

Red-wing blackbirds, robins, yellow-throats and phoebes. The return of our region's birds is one of the most reliable signs of spring. We talk with Audubon Bird Expert Bridget Butler. Also, we hear from Father John McDermott, of the Roman Catholic Diocese in Burlington, about the Pope's visit. And, we continue our series of audio postcards with a trip to the ghost town of Glastenbury.