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New Mexico Wildlife Podcast
Hosted by New Mexico Department of Wildlife · EN
Join the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast, the official podcast of the New Mexico Department of Wildlife, for coverage on all things outdoors in the land of enchantment! From hunting and fishing to bird watching and wildlife photography, we have got you covered!
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This Week in Wildlife - 5
Jan 3000:02:30Tap to summarizeThis Week in Wildlife for Week 5 of 2026. Hunter Education Classes, National Archery in the School Bullseye Championship, and Calling Contest at the Outdoor Adventure Show! Check out our website for all the details on these events and more. wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/ Do you have a question or an idea for a future episode? Email the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast at: nmwildlife.podcast@dgf.nm.gov
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Jan 2300:03:01Tap to summarizeThis Week in Wildlife for Week 4 of 2026. Hunter Education, ATV safety class, and the Outdoor Adventure Show! Check out our website for all the details on these events and more. https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/ Do you have a question or an idea for a future episode? Email the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast at: nmwildlife.podcast@dgf.nm.gov
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Episode 42: New Mexico Bighorn Sheep (Sheep Week 2026)
Jan 2201:12:19Tap to summarizeBighorn sheep are one of New Mexico’s most iconic wildlife specie and managing them takes careful, science-based work. In this episode of the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Tom Batter and Dr. Nicole Tatman to talk about the ongoing bighorn sheep research and management happening across the state. We discuss current population monitoring, disease research, habitat challenges, and how data collected in the field guides management decisions. Dr. Batter and Dr. Tatman also share why bighorn sheep conservation is complex, what success looks like, and how long-term research helps ensure healthy herds for the future. Whether you’re a hunter, wildlife enthusiast, or just curious about how wildlife management works in New Mexico, this episode offers an inside look at the science behind bighorn sheep conservation. If you're interested in the Bighorn Sheep Management plan visit: https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/hunting/information-by-animal/big-game/bighorn-sheep/
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Jan 1600:03:10Tap to summarizeWe know there’s a lot happening across the New Mexico Department of Wildlife — events, deadlines, classes, and seasonal changes — and it can be hard to keep up. That’s why we’re introducing This Week in New Mexico Wildlife: a short, weekly episode where we quickly highlight what’s happening right now and what’s coming up next. Just the essentials, all in one place.
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Episode 41: 2026 NM Birding Big Year!
Jan 1100:56:26Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we introduce the New Mexico Birding Big Year Challenge, a statewide opportunity for birders of all experience levels to explore New Mexico’s incredible landscapes while learning more about the birds that call our state home. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started, the Big Year Challenge encourages participants to get outside, visit public lands, sharpen their identification skills, and connect with New Mexico’s diverse birdlife. We’ll break down how the challenge works, how to participate, and why birding is such an important tool for conservation, education, and outdoor enjoyment across the state. Contest website: https://wildlife.dgf.nm.gov/nm-birding-big-year-contest/ Birding Challenge email: dgf-wildlifeed@dgf.nm.gov Have Questions you want to ask the New Mexico Wildlife Podcast email us at nmwildlife.podcast@dgf.nm.gov
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