Earthspan biologists conduct many important projects in addition to their landmark peregrine falcon research.
Satellite Tracking White Pelicans and White-faced Ibis
Naval Air Station Fallon / Stillwater NWR, Nevada
Flocking birds are prevalent in the vicinity of NASF, which is situated adjacent to two major wetlands in arid Western Nevada.
Assessment of Deer-Vehicle Collisions Using GIS and GPS
The number of deer-related accidents on Maryland roadways is steadily increasing, costing motorists more than $10 million annually and raising significant safety concerns. As deer populations and traffic volume continue to increase, the problem will become more costly and more widespread. Current mitigation measures (roadside reflectors, fender-mounted whistles) (more…)
Crossband Transponder: A System for Tracking and Monitoring Small Birds and Bats
Problem/Background
Radio tagging devices have been available to the wildlife research community for over twenty+ years now. Large VHF radio devices, or tags, have operating lives measured in months or years, but devices weighing 1g or less are limited to only a few weeks of battery life. Since the tag’s maximum weight is (more…)
Earthspan tracks eagles rescued from mud pit
This project allowed Maryland state biologists to monitor the eagles post- release via satellite, and the resulting data revealed important information about the dispersal and habitat use of young eagles in the Chesapeake Bay. (more…)