Shorebird Science
Shorebird research helps us understand these species and how they use their habitat which can inform conservation and management.
Ongoing or recently completed research:
©Amanda Anderson
Beach-nesting bird surveys collected from 2012-present, currently being analyzed for abundance, nest success, and productivity, but open for additional creative uses.
Owned by: National Audubon Society
Contact: Erik Johnson, Katie Barnes
Lead Researcher: T.J. Zenzal, USGS
Species: All water-associated birds
Lead Researcher: T.J. Zenzal, USGS
Species: American Oystercatcher, Piping Plover, Red Knot, Snowy Plover, Wilson's Plover
Available Shorebird Data
Looking for your next research project? These shorebird datasets have been or are being collected currently and are in need of additional analysis!
Catahoula Lake Shorebird Inventory
Shorebird point count data collected throughout the fall season from 2012-2015.
Owned by: LDWF
Contact: Jason Olszak
Transect surveys collected according to ISS protocol from 2010-present.
Owned by: National Audubon Society
Contact: Erik Johnson, Katie Barnes