What We Do
We are always busy!
There are many ways to monitor birds. RPBO uses several of these methods - a standardized daily census along an established transect, observations by experienced birders, and bird banding. Each strategy has its purpose, and together, provides more information about bird populations than any of these methods could alone.
New methods, such as the use of geolocators and satellite transmitters and the analysis of stable isotopes in bird feathers are being added to strategies for monitoring birds.
Banders Code of Ethics - Bird banding is very carefully regulated by the Canadian Wildlife Service in Canada. In order to even obtain bird bands, applicants must provide details of their research projects and obtain a banding permit. These are not issued without evidence of the value of the banding project. All of RPBO's banding projects have a licensed bander-in-charge to ensure bird safety and the integrity of the data that is collected. Bird safety is a top priority for our banders who follow the North American Banding Council's Banders' Code of Ethics.
Monitoring Projects
Rocky Point Bird Observatory operates five avian monitoring projects every year. Our Science Advisory Committee advises and guides RPBO's scientific approach.
Community Education
Our Education & Outreach program consists of school programs for grades K-7, and a community-based public outreach program. Through speaking engagements and our presence at local events, we spread the message of conservation
Training
As a volunteer, find out how you can develop training on bird identification, monitoring techniques and conservation strategies.
Research
Science & Research are an important part of our conservation mission.