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SUPPORT
PEREGRINE FALCONS IN VIRGINIA
To
a large extent, the recovery of peregrine falcons in Virginia is
the result of past and ongoing management efforts. Establishment
of nesting structures has greatly increased opportunities for the
breeding population. Maintenance of nest boxes has increased the
number of young produced. What we know about the breeding population
is the result of an intensive monitoring effort. All of these ongoing
activities require financial support.
The
Center for Conservation Biology is looking for individuals, organizations,
and corporations that are interested in contributing to the future
of Virginia's peregrine falcon population. Funds are needed for
the following programs.
ANNUAL
POPULATION MANAGEMENT
Each year, the Center for Conservation
Biology performs various management activities on behalf of the
peregrine falcon breeding population in Virginia. Funds are needed
on an annual basis for personnel, travel, and building materials.
FALCONTRAK
FalconTrak is a cooperative project designed
to answer a collection of questions about the movements and survival
of Virginia peregrines. The project utilizes satellite telemetry
to track young falcons throughout their annual cycle. Solar-powered
satellite transmitters will be fitted to the back of peregrines
before fledging. These birds will be tracked for a period of 3 years
to determine survivorship, movement patterns, and eventual breeding
locations. Funds are needed for satellite transmitters, satellite
tracking time, personnel, and travel. We are looking for individuals,
organizations, and corporations that are interested in sponsoring
a young falcon.
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