Creature Comforts
Each week, Libby Hartfield, Retired Director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, brings a specialist into the studio to answer your questions about various animals we see in Mississippi. And of course, Dr. Troy Majure, Veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center of Jackson answers your pet questions. Each week, you’ll learn more about the animals that live in our homes and the animals who live in the world around us. You’ll also find out more about family-friendly exhibits and events at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science in Jackson.
Email your pet and animal questions to [email protected] and listen to Creature Comforts Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. CST on MPB Think Radio.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 401
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
Creature Comforts: Pearl Riverkeeper
The Pearl Riverkeeper is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to improving the Pearl River watershed through restoration, advocacy and education. Today on the program we welcome board member…
00:46:46 |
Thu 19 Sep 2019
Creature Comforts: The Pet Hospital Is Open
Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson, is here ready to answer your pet questions. The doors to the pet hospital are wide open. The outside temperature is still high…
00:48:38 |
Thu 12 Sep 2019
Creature Comforts: Benefiting the Butterfly
Our favorite entomologist Audrey Harrison joins the show to highlight the beauty of the butterfly. Milkweed plants are critical for the life cycle of the monarch butterfly and can be a great addition…
00:48:47 |
Thu 22 Aug 2019
Creature Comforts: Hunter Education
All persons born after January 1, 1972 are required to complete a hunter education course before purchasing a Mississippi hunting license. And today on the show Director of Hunter Education for the M…
00:49:08 |
Thu 08 Aug 2019
Creature Comforts: eDNA and the Alligator Snapping Turtle
Biologists in Mississippi are using environmental DNA (eDNA) to document the occurrence of alligator snapping turtles throughout the state. Sheena Feist, Conservation Resources Biologist with the Mis…
00:49:10 |
Thu 01 Aug 2019
Creature Comforts: Legal Boating
Enjoying the Mississippi outdoors is encouraged here on Creature Comforts with being safe and legal a top priority. Today on the show we bring in Central Mississippi Boating Coordinator for the Depar…
00:47:55 |
Thu 25 Jul 2019
Creature Comforts: Fishing Fishing
Fishing in Mississippi is one of its most popular recreational activities and there are plenty of places to catch great game fish. Jerry Brown, State Lake Coordinator with the Mississippi Department …
00:49:06 |
Thu 18 Jul 2019
Creature Comforts: Urban Forest
Donna Yowell has been an advocate for trees and green spaces for almost all her life. Now as the Executive Director of the Mississippi Urban Forest Council she educates communities throughout the sta…
00:48:52 |
Thu 27 Jun 2019
Creature Comforts: Nesting Birds
With the change of every season nature brings us new sights and sounds. This summer do you know what birds are nesting in your neighborhood? Are you doing the right thing to attract these birds to yo…
00:48:43 |
Thu 20 Jun 2019
Creature Comforts: Summer Spiders
Dr. Brent Hendrixson, professor of biology at Milsaps College, spends a lot of his time with some of the spiders and scorpions of the state. He is also an advocate for these creatures that play wonde…
00:48:49 |
Thu 13 Jun 2019
Creature Comforts: Wild Turkey Talk
Adam Butler from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fisheries and Parks joins this edition of Creature Comforts to chat about the wild turkeys of the state. As the turkey program coordinator, Ada…
00:48:51 |
Thu 06 Jun 2019
Creature Comforts: Summer Snakes
Terry Vandeventer is not afraid of snakes and does not want you to be afraid of them either. Serving as one of Mississippi's most passionate snake advocates, Terry has visited Creature Comforts befor…
00:49:08 |
Thu 30 May 2019
Creature Comforts: Bats and Other Cute Creatures
Unless you are a super fan of Mississippi wildlife, you might not know the state is home to fifteen different species of bats. These winged mammals are a essential part of the Mississippi ecosystem a…
00:49:16 |
Thu 23 May 2019
Creature Comforts: Pet Day
The summer season is almost hear and we know that it can bring some challenges for our pets. So today Creature Comforts is dedicated to your pet questions. Dr. Troy Majure is always ready to share th…
00:50:20 |
Thu 16 May 2019
Creature Comforts: Counting Fireflies
The weather is warming up and the fireflies are starting to emerge. The darker the better for these bioluminescent beetles, who can actually sync their flashes. Paul Hartfield is back on the show t…
Thu 02 May 2019
Critter Crossing
Roads and streets might make our traveling a little easier but what impact does that new road have on our natural environment? What impact does it have on the plants and animals or the area? Amy Ca…
Fri 26 Apr 2019
Seeing the Shrew
Shrews often go unseen to the majority of the world, but even if you have seen one you might have mistaken it for a more familiar small mammal. On today's show, we welcome back Mississippi wildlife …
Thu 11 Apr 2019
NatureFEST!
NatureFEST! is one of the most popular events at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science every year. It is a great opportunity to explore and learn about nature with various activities and animals…
Thu 04 Apr 2019
Problem Plant
Giant Salvinia is invading many of Mississippi's waters and harming the creatures that call them home. This invasive plant grows rapidly and reduces the oxygen supply in the water. Dennis Riecke fro…
Thu 28 Mar 2019
Fly Eagles Fly
Today one of our favorite birdwatchers, Steve Peterson is back on the program to talk about eagles and other birds of the state. Also, Dr. Majure comments about the most popular dog breeds in the co…
Thu 21 Mar 2019
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