ShootHub Podcast: How to rear a better bird

ShootHub Podcast: How to rear a better bird

ShootHub Podcast · 10 Jun 2025 · 2 min read

In this episode, Gemma is joined by Avian (from The GunsOnPegs Podcast) and special guest Dr Joah Madden, a leading researcher in gamebird ecology. They explore the science behind post-release survival and discuss what breeders and keepers can do to improve outcomes.

Join Gemma, Avian, and expert in bird eceology, Dr Joah Madden as they uncover the science behind gamebird survival. From post-release strategies to predator control and environmental impact, this episode is packed with insights for breeders, keepers, and conservation enthusiasts.

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The GunsOnPegs Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Simply search for 'The GunsOnPegs Podcast' on your platform of choice, or use the embedded players below.

Links to some of Joah's research: 

Why do many pheasants released in the UK die, and how can we best reduce their natural mortality?

Multiple behavioural, morphological and cognitive developmental changes arise from a single alteration to early life spatial environment, resulting in fitness consequences for released pheasants

Diet complexity in early life affects survival in released pheasants by altering foraging efficiency, food choice, handling skills and gut morphology

 

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