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#264 | Birds on the Move: How GPS Technology Illuminates Woodcock Migration

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In this episode of the Birdshot Podcast, host Nick and Dr. Erik Blomberg discuss the intricacies of the American Woodcock migration, based on recent research and GPS tracking. Dr. Blomberg shares insights into the Woodcock's migration patterns, stopover habitats, altitude during flights, and the impact of weather conditions on their migration. The discussion also covers the use of GPS tracking technology to understand these patterns, including the surprising site fidelity Woodcock exhibit towards breeding and wintering grounds. Furthermore, the conversation delves into the Woodcock's unique mating behaviors during migration, the flexibility in their habitat usage, and potential conservation implications. Listeners are directed to woodcockmigration.org for more information and real-time data on Woodcock migration.

Show Highlights:

  • Welcome Back to the Birdshot Podcast: Catching Up with Dr. Erik Blomberg
  • Discussing the Unusually Mild Winter Across the Country
  • Woodcock Migration Patterns and Weather Adaptations
  • Deep Dive into Woodcock Migration Research and GPS Tracking
  • The Intricacies of GPS Tags on Birds
  • Harnessing Data: Recovering Tags and Understanding Bird Behavior
  • Genetic Insights from Tagged Birds
  • Migration Patterns and Triggers in Woodcock
  • Habitat Preferences During Migration and Site Fidelity
  • Eastern Woodcock Migration Research Cooperative

LISTEN | Dr. Erik Blomberg on episode #51 of Birdshot Podcast

MIGRATE To MEMBERSHIP | Use code birdshot24 at American Woodcock Society

CONTRIBUTE | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

Use Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% with onX Hunt

The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt, Final Rise and Upland Gun Company

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In this episode of the Birdshot Podcast, host Nick and Dr. Erik Blomberg discuss the intricacies of the American Woodcock migration, based on recent research and GPS tracking. Dr. Blomberg shares insights into the Woodcock's migration patterns, stopover habitats, altitude during flights, and the impact of weather conditions on their migration. The discussion also covers the use of GPS tracking technology to understand these patterns, including the surprising site fidelity Woodcock exhibit towards breeding and wintering grounds. Furthermore, the conversation delves into the Woodcock's unique mating behaviors during migration, the flexibility in their habitat usage, and potential conservation implications. Listeners are directed to woodcockmigration.org for more information and real-time data on Woodcock migration.

Show Highlights:

  • Welcome Back to the Birdshot Podcast: Catching Up with Dr. Erik Blomberg
  • Discussing the Unusually Mild Winter Across the Country
  • Woodcock Migration Patterns and Weather Adaptations
  • Deep Dive into Woodcock Migration Research and GPS Tracking
  • The Intricacies of GPS Tags on Birds
  • Harnessing Data: Recovering Tags and Understanding Bird Behavior
  • Genetic Insights from Tagged Birds
  • Migration Patterns and Triggers in Woodcock
  • Habitat Preferences During Migration and Site Fidelity
  • Eastern Woodcock Migration Research Cooperative

LISTEN | Dr. Erik Blomberg on episode #51 of Birdshot Podcast

MIGRATE To MEMBERSHIP | Use code birdshot24 at American Woodcock Society

CONTRIBUTE | patreon.com/birdshot

Follow us | @birdshot.podcast

Use Promo Code | BSP20 to save 20% with onX Hunt

The Birdshot Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt, Final Rise and Upland Gun Company

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

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