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Coastal Breeding Bird Monitoring

January 1, 2002 | Public Programs
Coastal breeding bird populations at Boston Harbor Islands, a National Park area, are monitored each spring and summer. Monitoring data helps park managers understand what species breed in Boston Harbor and correlate changes in coastal breeding bird populations with management actions. Boston Harbor Islands was designated as an Important Bird Area in 2002 and birdwatching is an important experience for many park visitors. This citizen-science monitoring program involves and engages the public in park stewardship. The information they gather helps to protect coastal breeding birds and their habitats.

TEAM MEMBERS

  • National Park Service
    Contributor
  • Brian Mitchell
    Project Manager
    Northeast Temperate Network
  • Discipline: Ecology, forestry, and agriculture | Life science
    Audience: Adults | General Public | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Citizen Science Programs

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