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Yahoo
12-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Piping Plovers spotted at Montrose Beach
CHICAGO – They're back! Two Piping Plovers were spotted at Montrose Beach Friday afternoon. Chicago Piping Plovers confirmed one of the birds is Pippin, while the birding community believes the other is Uncle Larry out of Michigan. The Plovers annual arrival comes earlier than years past. They may be sticking around for summer or just stopping over en route to their usual breeding territory. The Piping Plover vanished from Chicago and Cook County in 1948. Nearly extinct from the region, the bird was declared federally endangered in the 1980s. SEE ALSO: Group seeks volunteers to monitor this year's Piping Plovers In 2019, a pair of Piping Plovers began nesting at Montrose Beach. Dubbed Monty and Rose, the pair returned in 2020 and in 2021. Both passed away in 2022. Their native-born son, Imani, mated with a captive-reared Plover, Searocket, and had four chicks. Three of them passed away within a couple of weeks. WGN-TV is still waiting on word of sightings of Monty and Rose's son Imani and grandchild Nagamo. Great Lakes Piping Plovers are an endangered species and are federally protected by the Endangered Species Act. Chicago Piping Plovers is a joint collaboration between the Chicago Bird Alliance, the Chicago Ornithological Society and the Illinois Ornithological Society. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Group seeks volunteers to monitor this year's Piping Plovers
CHICAGO (WGN) — Calling all bird lovers: Chicago's piping plovers are in need of some volunteer monitors. In a recent social media post, the organization Chicago Piping Plovers put a call-out for volunteers to monitor this year's resting and nesting season at Montrose Beach. The organization will provide those interested with the training they'll need. Volunteers just need to supply a pair of binoculars and a cell phone. The volunteer monitors observe and protect parents, nests and chicks. Current available shifts are Tuesdays and Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Those interested should send an email to piperwatch@ The Piping Plover vanished from Chicago and Cook County in 1948. Nearly extinct from the region, the bird was declared federally endangered in the 1980s. In 2019, a pair of Piping Plovers began nesting at Montrose Beach. Dubbed Monty and Rose, the pair returned in 2020 and in 2021. Both passed away in 2022. Their native-born son, Imani, mated with a captive-reared Plover, Searocket, and had four chicks. Three of them passed away within a couple of weeks. How the story of two little birds captivated Chicago Great Lakes Piping Plovers are an endangered species and are federally protected by the Endangered Species Act. Chicago Piping Plovers is a joint collaboration between the Chicago Bird Alliance, the Chicago Ornithological Society and the Illinois Ornithological Society. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Tybee Spring Shorebird Festival
TYBEE ISLAND, S.C. (WSAV) — Flock to the beach for THREE days of celebration, education, and action for our coastal feathered friends, hosted by Tybee Island Marine Science Center and Manomet Conservation Sciences. Through engaging panel discussions and a family-friendly festival on Saturday, February 22, 2025, attendees will learn how to play a critical role in shorebird conservation andmake a difference in their communities. The incredible migrations of shorebirds—some covering thousands of miles—connectecosystems across continents and play a key role in maintaining ecological balance. Recentstudies have revealed alarming declines in shorebird populations, with over half of NorthAmerican species experiencing a 50% reduction since 1980. Manomet Conservation Sciences has worked with partners to advance science-driven solutionsfor conserving shorebirds and their habitats. For example, the U.S. population of the AmericanOystercatcher has rebounded, and the Piping Plover shows promising trends. Manomet has ledthe Oystercatcher Recovery Working Group for over a decade, exceeding its original goal of a30% population increase by achieving a 45% rebound, demonstrating the impact of focusedconservation work. By protecting shorebirds and their habitats, we also safeguard biodiversity, ensure the health ofcoastal communities, and support economic benefits like ecotourism. Festival Schedule:Thursday, February 20 | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 Biologist Panel DiscussionHear from renowned experts in shorebird ecology and conservation during this engaging paneldiscussion. Speakers include:● Abby Sterling, PhD, Director, Georgia Bight Shorebird Conservation Effort, ManometConservation Sciences● Allie Hayser, Georgia Bight Shorebird Conservation Specialist at ManometConservation Sciences● Biologists from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Panelists will share insights about shorebird ecology, their experiences in the field, and thepressing challenges facing these remarkable birds along Georgia's coast. A Q&A session willallow attendees to engage directly with the experts. Friday, February 21 | Noon – 2:00 Training and Bird WalkJoin Abby Sterling and Allie Hayser for an immersive bird walk and citizen science trainingsession. Learn to identify local beach birds and contribute to ongoing conservation efforts bycollecting data for the Georgia Coastal Bird Ambassadors program. This hands-on experience isperfect for those eager to help protect shorebirds and their habitats while connecting withnature. Birds and Brew Happy Hour @ Back River Brewery | 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 other birders, check out resources, and chat about shorebirds with a beer and a bite atTybee Island's premier brewery. 401 1st St., Tybee Island Saturday, February 22 | 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Tybee's First Annual Spring Shorebird FestivalMeet the biologists, students, and community partners that work together on Georgia's coast toprotect these amazing birds. There will be crafts, music, food, partner tables, games, andactivities for all ages All events take place (except for Friday happy hour) at:Tybee Island Marine Science Center37 Meddin DriveTybee Island, Georgia 31328When:February 20-22, 2025Cost: FREE Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
