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The waterfowl that prefer an Iowa winter

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Iowa hasn't always been a likely place to spot waterfowl like Canada geese and trumpeter swans. Today, the populations have rebounded and flourished.

Wildlife biologist and environmental consultant Jim Pease joins Talk of Iowa host Charity Nebbe to discuss why they want to spend their winters in frigid Iowa waters.

Guests:

  • Jim Pease, wildlife biologist, Iowa State University emeritus professor of Natural Resource Ecology and Management
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
Dani Gehr is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University. Since 2022, Gehr has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.