We present an efficient and effective method for trapping adult, breeding American Oystercatchers (Haematopus palliatus) that minimizes disturbance to nesting birds and the risk of trapping injuries. We used a remote controlled mechanical decoy to lure territorial adults to a leg-hold noose-mat trap. We trapped 25 birds over two seasons and were successful on 54% of our trapping attempts in 2003. We only trapped birds before the breeding season or between nesting attempts to reduce nest-site disturbance.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2005 |
|---|---|
| Title | A method for trapping breeding adult American Oystercatchers |
| DOI | 10.1648/0273-8570-76.1.46 |
| Authors | Conor P. McGowan, Theodore R. Simons |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Journal of Field Ornithology |
| Index ID | 70028011 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Coop Res Unit Atlanta |