Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock () or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
Opening mist-nets as dawn approaches. Early start to make sure the site is in working order before the birds wake up and begin to move.
Photo permissions granted to USGS for Notes From the Field article. Photo courtesy of Pourya Sardari.
