Nine Finger Chronicles | Sportsmen's Nation

In this episode of the Nine Finger Chronicles podcast, host Dan Johnson speaks with Patrick Wightman, a research scientist at the University of Georgia, about wild turkey research and conservation. They discuss the importance of habitat management, the impact of hunting on wildlife research, and the current state of wild turkey populations in North America. Wightman shares insights on the factors affecting turkey mortality, including habitat loss and predation, and emphasizes the role of both public and private landowners in conservation efforts. The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by federal funding cuts and the need for a broader understanding of wildlife management. In this conversation, Dan Johnson and Patrick Wightman discuss ongoing research at the University of Georgia focused on wild turkeys, including innovative technologies being used to study their behavior and population dynamics. They explore the importance of collaboration among researchers, the future of wild turkeys in North