Tools

Northeast Coordinated Bird Monitoring Tools and Resources

This link contains a virtual library of bird monitoring publications, a centralized data management system for the display and analysis of bird monitoring results, the draft register of northeastern bird monitoring programs, and links to bird monitoring and conservation information. Though information focuses on the northeastern U.S., much of the information provided is of universal interest.

Partners in Flight Species Assessment Database

Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) is pleased to announce the update of the Partners in Flight (PIF) Species Assessment Database (version 2005), and the accompanying Partners in Flight Handbook on Species Assessment. These materials replace the previous versions released in 2001, and follow the criteria used in the North American Landbird Conservation Plan (Rich et al. 2004).The database contains updated biological assessment scores and related data for all landbirds in the continental United States and Canada, at both the global scale and for Bird Conservation Regions (BCRs). Updated scores were generated by the PIF Science Committee through an objective, rule-driven process that gathers complex biological data from a variety of sources and simplifies these into easy-to-interpret numerical scores. These scores and supporting information are maintained in a single location so that biological vulnerability and conservation concern can be compared across a large array of species at one time. The revised PIF Handbook on Species Assessment details the scientific process behind each score and explains how PIF uses species assessment in conservation planning at both global and regional scales.

International Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies' Partners-in-Flight/Shorebird/Waterbird Working Group Minutes September 14, 2005

PLJV Implementation Planning Guide
The Playa Lakes Joint Venture is in the process of producing a Hierarchical All Bird Strategy Database (HABS model) for all of its jurisdiction (Bird Conservation Regions 18-19). The NPABC Science Advisory and Conservation Strategies and Implementation workgroups are working with PLJV to create a HABS model that can be used throughout Nebraska. This model, when completed, will be able to predict how many individuals of each bird species can be supported by each habitat type in each condition during each season. It will also be able to predict how changes in land management will effect bird populations, and can help to determine how to manage habitats in Nebraska to maximize avian diversity. Check out this guide, published in December 2004, to learn more about the PLJV plan and the HABS model.

Nebraska Fire Council

A newly formed multi-agency group dealing with prescribed fire in Nebraska. Their website (under construction) lists upcoming events and training opportunities.

The Raptor Population Index (RPI)

Over the last year, a partnership has been formed that brings together three leading raptor research organizations: HMANA, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Association (HMSA) and HawkWatch International (HWI). The goal of the RPI is to determine annual population indices and trends of hawks counted during spring and fall migrations at sites throughout the U.S., Canada, and Central America. More information, including a brochure and project progress report, can be found at this website.

Survey Monkey

New online tool that allows members to create and analyze surveys online. Lots of different question formats available. The website hosts the surveys, so you only have to post or e-mail the link. The website also collects the survey responses, analyzes the survey results, and produces charts and graphs. It also allows you to view individual respones. I haven't tried it myself, but it looks pretty useful.

Find-A-Photo

This website sponsored by the USDA Forest Service is a searchable archive of thousands of copyright-free wildlife, fish, wildflower, and environmental education photographs.