PubTalk 3/2011 — Unraveling the Mystery of Avian Navigation
PubTalk 3/2011 — Unraveling the Mystery of Avian NavigationNew research indicates that birds are listening to the landscape to find their way
By Jon Hagstrum, Research Geophysicist
Videos
Explore a diverse collection of engaging videos showcasing the latest research, discoveries, and educational content from the U.S. Geological Survey. Dive into the fascinating world of geology, hydrology, ecology, and natural hazards as we bring science to life. Stay informed and inspired by our visual storytelling that highlights the vital work of USGS scientists and their impact on the planet.
Filter Total Items: 2905
PubTalk 3/2011 — Unraveling the Mystery of Avian Navigation
PubTalk 3/2011 — Unraveling the Mystery of Avian Navigation
PubTalk 3/2011 — Unraveling the Mystery of Avian NavigationNew research indicates that birds are listening to the landscape to find their way
By Jon Hagstrum, Research Geophysicist
Monitoring suspended sediment for dam removal
The U.S. Geological Survey is monitoring suspended sediment transport at the Patapsco River Simkins dam removal site in Maryland.
The U.S. Geological Survey is monitoring suspended sediment transport at the Patapsco River Simkins dam removal site in Maryland.
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River Maryland
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) and Serena McClain (American Rivers, Director, River Restoration) discuss the history of how the dam removal became possible. Allen Gellis (USGS Maryland Water Science Center) discusses the importance of monitoring sediment transport related to dam removal.
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River Maryland
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) and Serena McClain (American Rivers, Director, River Restoration) discuss the history of how the dam removal became possible. Allen Gellis (USGS Maryland Water Science Center) discusses the importance of monitoring sediment transport related to dam removal.
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River Maryland
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) and Serena McClain (American Rivers, Director, River Restoration) discuss the history of how the dam removal became possible. Allen Gellis (USGS Maryland Water Science Center) discusses the importance of monitoring sediment transport related to dam removal.
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River Maryland
Multi-agency coordination leads to successful dam removal, Simkins Dam, Patapsco River MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) and Serena McClain (American Rivers, Director, River Restoration) discuss the history of how the dam removal became possible. Allen Gellis (USGS Maryland Water Science Center) discusses the importance of monitoring sediment transport related to dam removal.
Ecosystem restoration in the Chesapeake Bay headwaters, Severn River Tributary, Anne Arundel County Maryland
Ecosystem restoration in the Chesapeake Bay headwaters, Severn River Tributary, Anne Arundel County MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey), Hala Flores (Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works), Ronald Bowen (Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works), and Keith Underwood (Underwood and Assoc.) talk about stream restoration projects associated with Anne Arundel County's new office complex.
Ecosystem restoration in the Chesapeake Bay headwaters, Severn River Tributary, Anne Arundel County Maryland
Ecosystem restoration in the Chesapeake Bay headwaters, Severn River Tributary, Anne Arundel County MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey), Hala Flores (Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works), Ronald Bowen (Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works), and Keith Underwood (Underwood and Assoc.) talk about stream restoration projects associated with Anne Arundel County's new office complex.
Protection of urban headwaters during residential development, Jabaz Branch, Severn, Maryland
Protection of urban headwaters during residential development, Jabaz Branch, Severn, MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey), Keith Underwood (Underwood and Assoc.), and Joe Berg (BioHabitats, Inc.) discuss regenerative stormwater conveyance, sand seepage berms, and swales used in new "green" residential developments to protect important trout habitat in downstream areas.
Protection of urban headwaters during residential development, Jabaz Branch, Severn, Maryland
Protection of urban headwaters during residential development, Jabaz Branch, Severn, MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey), Keith Underwood (Underwood and Assoc.), and Joe Berg (BioHabitats, Inc.) discuss regenerative stormwater conveyance, sand seepage berms, and swales used in new "green" residential developments to protect important trout habitat in downstream areas.
Special stormwater outfalls (bubblers) used in stream restoration projects to reduce erosive energy, Carriage Hills Outfall, Maryland
Special stormwater outfalls (bubblers) used in stream restoration projects to reduce erosive energy, Carriage Hills Outfall, MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) and Joe Berg (BioHabitats, Inc.) describe bubble up inlet structures that help to reduce erosive energy for stormwater outfalls where they discharge into rehabilitated streams.
Special stormwater outfalls (bubblers) used in stream restoration projects to reduce erosive energy, Carriage Hills Outfall, Maryland
Special stormwater outfalls (bubblers) used in stream restoration projects to reduce erosive energy, Carriage Hills Outfall, MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S. Geological Survey) and Joe Berg (BioHabitats, Inc.) describe bubble up inlet structures that help to reduce erosive energy for stormwater outfalls where they discharge into rehabilitated streams.
Stream restoration, sediment TMDLs issues, and riparian vegetation in urban gullies flowing into the Chesapeake Bay, Carriage Hills, Maryland
Stream restoration, sediment TMDLs issues, and riparian vegetation in urban gullies flowing into the Chesapeake Bay, Carriage Hills, MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S.
Stream restoration, sediment TMDLs issues, and riparian vegetation in urban gullies flowing into the Chesapeake Bay, Carriage Hills, Maryland
Stream restoration, sediment TMDLs issues, and riparian vegetation in urban gullies flowing into the Chesapeake Bay, Carriage Hills, MarylandFaith Fitzpatrick (U.S.
Fissure Eruption Between Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō and Nāpau Crater
Fissure Eruption Between Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō and Nāpau CraterVideo clip shot from the air looking SW at the fissure eruption between Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō and Nāpau Crater.
Fissure Eruption Between Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō and Nāpau Crater
Fissure Eruption Between Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō and Nāpau CraterVideo clip shot from the air looking SW at the fissure eruption between Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō and Nāpau Crater.
Lava Pouring From Fissure
Lava Spattering Near Pu`u `Ō`ō
Rim Collapsing into Lava Lake
Seepage Investigation: Clear Creek and Little Colorado River
Seepage Investigation: Clear Creek and Little Colorado RiverStream gaging occurring in Winslow: Clear Creek and Little Colorado River.
Seepage Investigation: Clear Creek and Little Colorado River
Seepage Investigation: Clear Creek and Little Colorado RiverStream gaging occurring in Winslow: Clear Creek and Little Colorado River.
The USGS Core Science Systems Mission Area Science Strategy
The USGS Core Science Systems Mission Area Science StrategyAn overview of the Core Science Systems Mission Area that asks, "What should Core Science Systems focus on in its strategy?"
The USGS Core Science Systems Mission Area Science Strategy
The USGS Core Science Systems Mission Area Science StrategyAn overview of the Core Science Systems Mission Area that asks, "What should Core Science Systems focus on in its strategy?"
The USGS Natural Hazards Mission Area Science Strategy
The USGS Natural Hazards Mission Area Science StrategyAn overview of the Natural Hazards Mission Area that asks, "What should Natural Hazards focus on in its strategy?"
The USGS Natural Hazards Mission Area Science Strategy
The USGS Natural Hazards Mission Area Science StrategyAn overview of the Natural Hazards Mission Area that asks, "What should Natural Hazards focus on in its strategy?"
Lava Fountaining Adjacent to Nāpau Crater
Video showing low fountaining from the dominant vent, near the southwest end of the fissure system adjacent to Nāpau Crater, active during the day on March 7.
Video showing low fountaining from the dominant vent, near the southwest end of the fissure system adjacent to Nāpau Crater, active during the day on March 7.
Collapse of the Pu'u 'O 'o Crater Floor on March 5, 2011
Collapse of the Pu'u 'O 'o Crater Floor on March 5, 2011Video showing the collapse of the Pu'u 'O 'o crater floor on March 5. The video starts at 4 am and ends at 11 pm. The floor of the crater dropped about 115 meters (377 ft) in just a few hours.
Collapse of the Pu'u 'O 'o Crater Floor on March 5, 2011
Collapse of the Pu'u 'O 'o Crater Floor on March 5, 2011Video showing the collapse of the Pu'u 'O 'o crater floor on March 5. The video starts at 4 am and ends at 11 pm. The floor of the crater dropped about 115 meters (377 ft) in just a few hours.
Lava Fountaining from a Dominant Vent
Video showing low fountaining from the dominant vent, near the southwest end of the fissure system adjacent to Napau Crater, active during the day on March 7.
Video showing low fountaining from the dominant vent, near the southwest end of the fissure system adjacent to Napau Crater, active during the day on March 7.