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Naturewatch

NewWhy do birds eat rocks?November 12, 2026 · 29 min
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Nov 12, 2026
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Naturewatch is a weekly celebration of British wildlife.

Bringing together the stories that make us curious, the behaviours that make us wonder and the unexpected discoveries about the wildlife we think we know. It's a lively, entertaining deep dive into the natural world on our doorstep.

Chris Packham is joined by Kyle Thomas and Megan McCubbin - three curious minds, a wealth of expertise and one shared obsession with the natural world. Expect fascinating insights, brilliant observations and entertaining conversations that follow the natural world wherever it leads.

From seasonal spectacles to the tiny everyday wonders happening right outside our doors - Naturewatch will keep audiences connected to Britain's extraordinary wildlife all year round.

Alongside the big questions, Naturewatch will explore the stories making waves in the natural world, uncover the science behind the headlines and bring the audience into the conversation with their own questions, observations and wildlife discoveries.

Episodes 3

  1. Why do birds eat rocks?

    29 min

    Why do geese fly in V formation? Why do leaves change colour in autumn? And why do birds eat rocks?Join Chris Packham, Kyle Thomas and Megan McCubbin for Naturewatch as they answer intriguing questions about …

    Show notes

    Why do geese fly in V formation? Why do leaves change colour in autumn? And why do birds eat rocks?

    Join Chris Packham, Kyle Thomas and Megan McCubbin for Naturewatch as they answer intriguing questions about our British wildlife.

    This episode is followed by an exclusive bonus episode on BBC Sounds. Naturewatch: Down the Rabbit Hole.

  2. Why do deer roar?

    29 min

    Where have all the acorns gone? And do conkers really keep spiders away? Chris Packham, Kyle Thomas and Megan McCubbin answer an array of intriguing and seasonal wildlife questions. Delving deep into the …

    Show notes

    Where have all the acorns gone? And do conkers really keep spiders away? Chris Packham, Kyle Thomas and Megan McCubbin answer an array of intriguing and seasonal wildlife questions. Delving deep into the science and bringing their own anecdotes to the conversation.

    This episode is followed by an exclusive bonus episode on BBC Sounds. Naturewatch: Down the Rabbit Hole.

  3. Teaser

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    Naturewatch is a weekly celebration of British wildlife. Bringing together the stories that make us curious, the behaviours that make us wonder and the unexpected discoveries about the wildlife we think we …

    Show notes

    Naturewatch is a weekly celebration of British wildlife.

    Bringing together the stories that make us curious, the behaviours that make us wonder and the unexpected discoveries about the wildlife we think we know. It’s a lively, entertaining deep dive into the natural world on our doorstep.

    Chris Packham is joined by Kyle Thomas and Megan McCubbin - three curious minds, a wealth of expertise and one shared obsession with the natural world. Expect fascinating insights, brilliant observations and entertaining conversations that follow the natural world wherever it leads.

    From seasonal spectacles to the tiny everyday wonders happening right outside our doors - Naturewatch will keep audiences connected to Britain’s extraordinary wildlife all year round.

    Alongside the big questions, Naturewatch will explore the stories making waves in the natural world, uncover the science behind the headlines and bring the audience into the conversation with their own questions, observations and wildlife discoveries.

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