Resources
Weather you have found a baby bird, a banded bird, need more information, or want to be involved in citizen scheince surveys, this page serves as a resource for you. See our list of available online resources as you scroll.
Find a Baby Bird or Band?
Regularly, we receive concerned calls from community members who have found a baby bird outside a nest. If you can locate the nest nearby, it is best to simply place the nestling back inside. If you cannot locate the nest, leave the nestling where you found it or move it to a shaded area. Young birds spend lots of time on the ground as they learn to fly. The parents will come back, and don't worry, your scent won't deter them!
If you have found or harvested a banded bird, please report it at . You will need the following information: band number, when and where you encountered the bird, and how you recovered it. Your contact information will be requested in case there are any questions. The will send you a certificate of appreciation that includes information about the sex, age, and species of the bird, as well as where and when it was banded. You can keep the band!
Online Avian Databases
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The nation's longest-running community science bird project.
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A partnership composed of federal and state agencies and NGOs who share priorities surrounding information needs for biodiversity conservation and management.
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Supporting the collection, curation, archiving, and dissemination of data from banded and marked birds.
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An online database that provides real-time predictions of bird migrations.
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Using the power of genomics to connect populations of birds across the Western Hemisphere.
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Enabling science-based conservation of species and habitats by studying the abundance, demography, and ecology of birds and other wildlife.
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The state's source for reliable, objective information to support stewardship of our native species and habitats, emphasizing those of conservation concern.
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An international collaborative research network that uses coordinated automated radio telemetry to facilitate research and education on the ecology and conservation of migratory animals.
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A cooperative effort between the U.S. Geological Survey's and Environment Canada's to monitor the status and trends of North American bird populations.