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Heat Waves and Bird Deaths

September 1, 2022
An orange sunset with a bird silhouette flying through the sky.

9.2.2022 –Worldwide, heat waves are increasing in severity and frequency. University of New Mexico Professor Blair Wolf studies how birds cope with the heat, directly and through behavioral changes, and how declines in some bird communities are associated with increased warming.  In conversation with Laura Paskus, he talks about his research, what we know about…

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Three Degrees Higher, and Rising

February 11, 2022
A vibrant photo of a sunset over New Mexico's landscape.

2.11.2022 – On average, temperatures in New Mexico have risen three degrees since the 1970s. Retired UNM Professor David Gutzler talks about the impacts of warming on New Mexico’s landscapes, rivers, and communities – and discusses why it’s so hard for policymakers and politicians to act on climate. Correspondent: Laura Paskus Guest: David Gutzler, Climate…

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