Tag: bird banding

#132: Rails in the Reeds: Life in the Shadows, with Dr. Auriel Fournier

September 10, 2026

Dive into the secretive world of rails, the elusive wetland birds often heard but rarely seen. With Dr. Auriel Fournier, a prominent rail researcher, they explore rail migration patterns, unique tracking methods, and the conservation challenges wetlands face. Join this riveting conversation about the hidden wonders of these fascinating birds! … More #132: Rails in the Reeds: Life in the Shadows, with Dr. Auriel Fournier

#69: Behind the Scenes of Bird Banding with Dr. Katie LaBarbera of the San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory

April 24, 2023

Have you ever wondered how bird banding works? How the birds are captured, safely handled, and released? And why is it done at all?

Common Yellowthroat, photo courtesy Katie LaBarbera

Thanks to Dr. Katie LaBarbera, Science Director for the Land Bird Program at SFBBO, we have you covered. … More #69: Behind the Scenes of Bird Banding with Dr. Katie LaBarbera of the San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory