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Entries for February 2024

Bird banding: a technique to understand the ecology of birds, identify their migratory routes and improve conservation strategies.

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Bird banding: a technique to understand the ecology of birds, identify their migratory routes and improve conservation strategies.
(February 16, 2024)   -   The “Joint NABC Bird Banding Certification and Bird Genoscape Project Workshop with an introduction to Motus” was held with the participation of more than 25 bird specialists from Belize, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Spain and the United States of America. Spanish, English and Creole were heard, but everyone comes together for a common cause: understanding the ecology of birds through their complete annual biological cycle and identifying migratory routes, in order to improve c...

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science
(February 11, 2024)   -   On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we highlight the work of Anna, Francis, Sofía, and Yamira from the Mesoamerica and Caribbean program of the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). Their sensitivity and passion exemplify a commitment to nature, communities, and wildlife. At WCS, we take pride in having a strong team of women in the field of science. Get to know them!

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Tribute to Archie “Chuck” Carr III

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Tribute to Archie “Chuck” Carr III
(February 05, 2024)   -   Chuck Carr, or “Don Chuck” as he was known throughout Mesoamerica, passed away January 21, 2024, and WCS lost one of the founding members of its conservation programs. He was such a special person who took his work seriously, and who dedicated his entire life to making this planet a better place for wildlife and humanity.

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