Eugene Schieffelin filled American skies with Starlings, who replaced the Passenger Pigeons that once (literally) darkened the skies. John James Audubon's obsession helped him create a very expensive book. This episode is about birds, and a whole lot more. Featuring Greg and Abigail Maupin, Mick Sullivan and that's about it.

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The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and Families • Episode 64: Oh, So Many Birds! • Listen on Fountain