Bird Banders
Bird Banders
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What do we learn from birds?
Individual identification of birds makes possible studies of dispersal and migration, behavior and social structure, life-span and survival rate, reproductive success and population growth. Scientists learn much from the data gathered by bird banders. Data acquired from bird banding are then used in both scientific research and, management and conservation projects.
Ethics and Responsibilities of Bird Banders
Bird banding has long been recognized as an important research tool that has substantially improved our understanding of many aspects of avian biology and provides critical information for the management and conservation of bird populations. It is normally safe when proper techniques and equipment are carefully employed by trained banders who apply their expertise and thoughtfulness towards the...
Why Do We Band Birds?
Bird banding data are useful in both scientific research and management and conservation projects. Individual identification of birds makes possible studies of dispersal and migration, behavior and social structure, life-span and survival rate, reproductive success and population growth.