Predicting the Forests of Tomorrow with the Observations of Today
…possibly do alone. It requires a large community, and Vermonters have risen to the challenge. The Vermont Atlas of Life, a community science project founded by VCE, began in 2013…
races
Greater white-fronted goose: elgasi (tundra). May occur in the Northeast. Evidence not completely compelling yet. Canada goose: parvipes (lesser Canada). May occur, but variability in resident and migrant Canadas make…
Outdoor Radio: Counting Terns
…a boat to Papasquash Island, owned by Audubon Vermont, to help count Common Tern eggs and chicks on the island. Mark LaBarr, Audubon Vermont, holds a recently hatched Common Tern…
Kent McFarland Receives 2016 Sally Laughlin Award
…decision!): “The Endangered Species Committee believes that your work as chair of the Invertebrate Scientific Advisory Committee and your tireless efforts to share your enthusiasm and knowledge of our natural…
Unwavering Commitment to Mountain Birds: Jason Crooks Receives VCE’s Inaugural Community Scientist of the Year Award
…are pleased to present the inaugural 2020 award to Jason Crooks, Mountain Birdwatch community scientist extraordinaire! Jason Crooks listening for mountain birds. ©Sage Luksevish Mountain Birdwatch (MBW) community scientists go…
Vermont Bald Eagles Nest in Record Numbers in 2017 – Peregrine Falcons, Common Terns, and Loons also successful
As bald eagle nests become more common in Vermont, the Fish & Wildlife Department is asking bird-watchers to enjoy the birds from a safe distance to avoid disturbing them. Photo…
The Distinguished Dozen: Vermont Most Wanted Dragonflies
…the surface of moderate-sized, rocky rivers with shallow riffles and muddy spots. Locations on the White River come to mind. White Corporal (Ladona exusta), resembling its common and abundant congener…
Mountain Birdwatch Season Opening- Magalloway Mountain (3 June 2013)
…offers a comfortable seat to enjoy during the 20 minute bird count. All the comforts of home… or at least a toilet. My luxurious chair at the third survey station…
A Field Guide to September 2017
…migratory flights into your backyard. Or along a big river some evening when you notice a Common Nighthawk moving south — then another, and another. Or on some summit when…
Observing Protected Species: How We Hide Their Location Data
…you to upload observations of wildlife — photos or recordings, complete with location data — and contribute to research that we conservation biologists use to protect wildlife. This contribution of…
