Indigo Bunting photograph by John Koscinski
Indigo Bunting photograph by John Koscinski
My students and I are investigating the role of preen gland secretions of starlings and other species in disease transmission. I am needing to sample more starling nestlings before the breeding season is over. The sampling takes just a couple of minutes and doesn't hurt the birds. If anyone knows of active starling nests anywhere in Ohio, I would greatly appreciate hearing from you. Please contact Mary Garvin.
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David Krasovic, an Elyria High School ecology teacher and LCCC oceanography instructor, is the winner of the Audubon-sponsored camp scholarship. He will work with some of the world's top bird experts, including Dr. Stephen Kress, Project Puffin biologist.
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In the April/May 2010 National Wildlife Magazine, experts chose the top spring birding spots. One of the experts, Kenn Kaufman, chose the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area/Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. He says it is the warbler capital of the world and among the top five spring birding destinations in North America.
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Members: please send a favorite birding photo or two you have taken, for inclusion on this Web site! Email Arlene Lengyel.
Teachers of grades 3, 4, 5, & 6, receive a free Audubon Adventure kit that promotes environmental education. More information here.
Harry Spencer has created a photo montage of some of his favorite late summer and early fall, scenes and colors. Take a look here.