Stan Tekiela: podcast appearances and interviews

Stan Tekiela is a wildlife biologist, author, columnist, and wildlife photographer with a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural History from the University of Minnesota. With over 25 years of experience as a professional naturalist, he has studied and photographed wildlife across the United States. Tekiela is a member of the Minnesota Ornithologists' Union, the North American Nature Photography Association, and Canon Professional Services. His work has earned him various national and regional awards for his books and photographs. As a columnist and radio personality, his syndicated column appears in more than 25 newspapers, and he is featured on multiple Midwest radio stations. He has authored numerous books covering birds, mammals, trees, wildflowers, amphibians, and reptiles from states including Minnesota, Texas, and Florida. Tekiela also conducts talks and leads wildlife tours. Prior to his career in natural history, he worked as a paramedic while attending the University of Minnesota and managed the Eden Prairie Outdoor Center in Minnesota.