Melanie Colón

Australia is home to a spectacular diversity of birdlife, from parrots and penguins to emus and vibrant passerines. Birds of Australia covers all 714 species of resident birds and regularly occurring migrants and features more than 1,100 stunning color photographs, including many photos of subspecies and plumage variations never before seen in a field guide. Detailed facing-page species accounts describe key identification features such as size, plumage, distribution, behavior, and voice. This one-of-a-kind guide also provides extensive habitat descriptions with a large number of accompanying photos. The text relies on the very latest IOC taxonomy and the distribution maps incorporate the most current mapping data, making this the most up-to-date guide to Australian birds. Covers all 714 species of resident birds and regularly occurring migrants Features more than 1,100 stunning color photos Includes facing-page species accounts, habitat descriptions, and distribution maps The ideal photographic guide for beginners and seasoned birders alike

When we think of sites of animal research that symbolize modernity, the first places that come to mind are grand research institutes in cities and near universities that house the latest in equipment and technologies, not the surroundings of the bird’s nest, the octopus’s garden in the sea, or the parts of inland lakes in which freshwater plankton reside. Yet during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, a group of zoologists began establishing novel, indeed modern ways of studying nature, propagating what present-day ecologists describe as place-based research. Raf De Bont’s Stations in the Field focuses on the early history of biological field stations and the role these played in the rise of zoological place-based research. Beginning in the 1870s, a growing number of biological field stations were founded—first in Europe and later elsewhere around the world—and thousands of zoologists received their training and performed their research at these sites. Through case studies, De Bont examines the material and social context in which field stations arose, the actual research that was produced in these places, the scientific claims that were developed there, and the rhetorical strategies that were deployed to convince others that these claims made sense. From the life of parasitic invertebrates in northern France and freshwater plankton in Schleswig-Holstein, to migratory birds in East Prussia and pest insects in Belgium, De Bont’s book is fascinating tour through the history of studying nature in nature.

Thought this might be of interest to some. Reposted from ecolog. Hello, everyone! I turned a recent intern training/ professional development workshop on "how to write and publish a scientific paper in marine ecology and conservation" into a blog post so that others can benefit from the resource. It is designed for beginning graduate students and advanced undergraduates. http://www.southernfriedscience.com/?p=18236 This post includes tips ranging from title selection to choosing the appropriate journal to how to actually upload your paper to a journal submission site. Examples are provided throughout. There are many strategies for each of these tasks, and I've shared here the ones that work well for me personally. There are other strategies and students should seek them out to figure out what works best for you. Please let me know what you think, feel free to suggest alternative strategies in the comments section of the blog! And please share with students who you think may be interested. Thanks, all! Sincerely, -- *David Shiffman* *Ph.D. Student, Research Assistant,* Abess Center for Ecosystem Science and Policy http://www.cesp.miami.edu/> R.J. Dunlap Marine Conservation Program http://rjd.miami.edu/>

Identifies threatened and near threatened bird species in Jammu & Kashmir. Recommends measures for long-term protection. Authors are eminent ornithologists. Close to 66 colour photographs and 46 maps. Threatened Birds of Jammu & Kashmir brings you information about the globally threatened bird species that are presently reported from Jammu & Kashmir. The book depends heavily on Threatened Birds of India (TBI) published in 2012 by BNHS, particularly for historical information, but we have updated the contents by including new and unpublished data. The new information given in this book will help us to assess the present status and distribution of the threatened bird species found in Jammu & Kashmir, and the recommendations for each species will show the way ahead. Thus, this book is not a substitute for TBI or for the Threatened Birds of Asia (TBA) published by BirdLife International in 2001, or the information frequently uploaded by BirdLife International on its website. It is a supplement to TBI, and as it focuses on the threatened birds that are found in Jammu & Kashmir, it is a handy, concise, and updated book that will be of great use to interested readers, as well as decision makers, in serving the cause of conservation.

Rajasthan, by virtue of its geographical features and extreme climatic conditions, is home to a wide variety of birds. Compiling all the available information and creating a guide to the birds of Rajasthan is a massive undertaking. The author of THE BIRDS OF RAJASTHAN has enlisted the support of some of the best amateur bird photographers and field ornithologists from Rajasthan, and the rest of the country. The final product is a premium quality book that not only covers the common birds found in the state but also includes rare stragglers which have been reported in the last 50 years. The book will be helpful to ornithologists, amateur birdwatchers, bird photographers, students, and tourists equally. Ecotourism has acquired renewed interest as it helps with the protection of birds and their habitat. It also generates revenue for better management of protected areas and gives employment to the local people. The chapter on ecotourism contains information not only about known and popular places, but also introduces the reader to many lesser-known and unexplored areas of interest to a birdwatcher. Bird ringing is a well-accepted research tool all over the world to gather information on the movement and habitat utilisation by birds during their lifetime. All over the world, ringing is done by licensed ringers, most of whom are amateurs. The data thus generated is helpful to wildlife managers as well as researchers in devising conservation strategies and determining the conservation status of bird species in a given area. The chapter on bird ringing briefly introduces the reader to the basics of the subject. Beginners to birdwatching will find the chapter on field equipment extremely useful. Nature conservation and protection of wildlife are an integral part of Rajasthan's culture, which shows itself in the prevalent faith and traditions of its society. With descriptions of 473 species, illustrated with over 500 photographs, this book will be a useful addition to any library.

Paul Johnsgard, one of the world's leading ornithologists, has written this book as a call to action. Conservationists have seen a marked decline in the populations of North American grouse, particularly the grassland-adapted species. Unless action is taken swiftly, at least one species -- Attwater's prairie-chicken -- is certain to follow the heath hen into extinction. Johnsgard begins with the tragic history of the heath hen, which became extinct in 1932. He devotes a chapter each to the greater and lesser prairie-chickens, greater and Gunnison sage-grouse, and sharp-tailed grouse. Johnsgard argues that habitat loss and excessive hunting are major factors contributing to the decline of each species, particularly the lesser prairie-chicken and the Gunnison sage-grouse, which have been proposed for threatened federal status. This narrative history is troubling but not without hope. Johnsgard discusses places where populations exist that have yet to be preserved, and outlines the steps necessary to conserve these species. A possible future does exist for grassland grouse, and Johnsgard's book points the way toward securing it.

The mission of the Iowa Academy of Science is to further scientific research, science education, public understanding of science and recognize excellence in these endeavors. The scholarship is available to college and graduate students enrolled in Iowa universities or residents of Iowa enrolled outside the state. See website for more details.

The mission of the Iowa Academy of Science is to further scientific research, science education, public understanding of science and recognize excellence in these endeavors.

Field Research Grants are awarded to university Centers or Institutes of Latin American Studies to provide travel grants to graduate students with little or no previous field experience to conduct pre-dissertation research in specific regions of Latin America. The research conducted should reflect broadly the Tinker Foundation's areas of interest, however, awards are open to students across all academic disciplines. Award Levels Two levels of support in the Field Research Grants competition are available – $10,000 and $15,000 per annum. Centers/Institutes that are less developed and/or relatively new are encouraged to apply for the $10,000 level award. Matching Requirement Successful Centers/Institutes must match the award with a minimum of the amount awarded with funds from the university or other sources. The matching monies must be unencumbered, real monies. Overhead and faculty time are not deemed eligible to meet the matching funds requirement. The total sum of the Tinker Foundation award plus the matching, unrestricted funds from the university or other sources must be allocated to individual recipients to cover the cost of international and in-country travel and limited field-related expenses. No administrative costs may be deducted. Deadline Applications must be received in the Tinker Foundation offices by October 1.

The mission of the Tinker Foundation is to promote the development of an equitable, sustainable and productive society in Latin America and to enhance understanding in the U.S. of Latin America and how U.S. policies may impact the region. The Tinker Foundation was created by Edward Larocque Tinker (1881-1968) in 1959 in memory of his wife Frances McKee Tinker, his father Henry Champlin Tinker, and his grandfather Edward Greenfield Tinker. He was convinced that the future freedom and prosperity of the peoples of the Americas depended upon their mutual trust, friendship and cooperation and it was in that spirit that the Foundation was established.

Of all the animals with which we share the planet, few have captured people’s imaginations as thoroughly, or enchantingly, as birds. Symbols of freedom but also of captivity, good fortune but also ill omen, the human spirit and the unknowable animal—birds have delighted and haunted us for millennia. The Magic of Birds brings that fascination to the printed page. A marvelous mix of words and images, it carries readers around the globe, from the myths of ancient Egypt to the Finnish epic The Kalevala, to find the tracks of birds in art and literature. We see birds peeking out of illuminated medieval manuscripts, swooping across antique maps, and preening in natural history paintings. Alongside, Celia Fisher offers a dazzling cultural history of birds, tracing their presence, as animals and symbols, in the literature, art, and religion of Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. A truly stunning volume, worthy of our eternal love affair with birds, The Magic of Birds is the perfect book to set beside your birdseed and binoculars.

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The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) located in the Republic of Panama is a division of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC and maintains research facilities in different marine and terrestrial locations on the Isthmus of Panama. STRI invites applications for the Earl S. Tupper three-year postdoctoral fellowship in the areas represented by its scientific staff. Disciplines include ecology, anthropology, paleontology, paleoecology, evolutionary biology, molecular phylogenetics, biogeography, animal behavior, neurobiology, soils sciences, and physiology of tropical plants and animals. Research should be based at one of the STRI facilities; proposals that include comparative research in other tropical countries will be considered. One fellowship is awarded annually. In order to apply send a detailed research proposal with 1 page abstract and budget (less than 10 pages), a curriculum vitae, 2 letters of reference, names and telephone numbers of 3 additional professional references and reprints of most important papers. We suggest applicants consult with the STRI scientific staff member who will serve as their host before submitting final application. Staff and research interests are listed at http://www.stri.org. Annual stipend is $40,000 with yearly travel and research allotments. Deadline for submission: January 15. Starting date October 1. Applications consist of one (1) printed copy, plus one (1) electronic copy of all requested materials. The electronic copy should be submitted on a CD or by e-mail, as a SINGLE file in Word or preferably PDF, including proposal with budget and CV. Reference letters may also be submitted electronically. Send hard copy of the application to STRI/Office of Academic Programs, Unit 0948, APO AA 34002-0948 from the US/Europe or Apartado 0843-03092, Balboa, Panama from Latin America. Electronic version should be sent to fellows@si.edu. Awards are based upon merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age or condition of handicap of the applicant.

The Conservation Foundation of Greater Toronto is a registered charity that supports the work of Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA). TRCA and the Conservation Foundation are working to build The Living City™: A Cleaner, Greener Healthier Place to live. Award Details PURPOSE: To further the science of natural heritage management within the boundaries of Toronto and Region Conservation’s (TRCA) jurisdiction. Examples include, but are not limited to, forestry, water quality and quantity, hydrology, fisheries management, wildlife management, urban forestry, ecology, and ecological restoration. ELIGIBILITY: Applications will be received from students working towards post graduate degrees where the thesis work is being carried out in natural heritage management within the boundaries of TRCA's jurisdiction. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: The deadline for applications is March 31st of each year. The successful applicant will be advised in early Fall of the same year, at which time the award will be granted.

Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) works with its partners to ensure The Living City is built on a natural foundation of healthy rivers and shorelines, greenspace and biodiversity, and sustainable communities.

The William A. Burnham Memorial Fund, administered by The Peregrine Fund, was established in memory of William Burnham who was President of The Peregrine Fund and served with the organization from 1974 through his death in 2006. Grants are open to people of all ages for use anywhere in the world. Preference will be given to those working with birds of prey, on bird species in the Arctic, or on falconry-related topics. Applications will be accepted by the Fund committee and awarded based upon the committee’s decisions. Awards will be administered by The Peregrine Fund. Research Grant Application for William A. Burnham Memorial Fund Brief Description of the Fund The William A. Burnham Memorial Fund is an award open to people of all ages for use anywhere in the world. Priority for funding is given to grants for work on birds of prey, on bird species in the Arctic, or on falconry-related topics. Proposals should describe the basic biological question(s) being examined or other project being proposed. Awards are for one year and range up to $5,000.

The Sewall Wright Award, established in 1991, is given annually and honors a senior but still active investigator who is making fundamental contributions to the Society's goals, namely, promoting the conceptual unification of the biological sciences. The award includes an honorarium of $1,000. The Sewall Wright Award was established in 1991 for a senior but highly active investigator who is making fundamental contributions to the Society's goals in promoting the conceptual unification of the natural biological sciences. The award includes an honorarium of $1,000. The recipient need not be a member of the Society. The ASN strongly encourages its members to submit nominations of deserving people. Nominations will be held over for two years. The names of former recipients can be found here: http://www.amnat.org/awards.html#Wright For the 2015 Sewall Wright Award, the application should be in the form of a single PDF consisting of a letter of nomination and curriculum vitae (including publication list), and three key publications to be sent electronically by January 1, 2015, to Ilkka Hanski (ilkka.hanski@helskini.fi). Please indicate "Sewall Wright Award" in the subject line.

A membership society whose goal is to advance and to diffuse knowledge of organic evolution and other broad biological principles so as to enhance the conceptual unification of the biological sciences.

The eastern foothills of Salta are inhabited by a cast of truly spectacular birds; are known by many, of course, the Chingolos and Horneros, among many other species that are usually found in any site visit. But these sites also have the presence of the elusive Giant Antshrike or almost unknown Lechucita Canela and flies edges with its gigantic wings the fabulous Andean Condor. For many, this is an almost unknown ornithological scenario, because even though the science of birds has in Argentina great strides in recent decades, has not been the same with the knowledge that grassroots you have on birds of the eastern foothills and the Sierra de Mojotoro in general. Do not forget, in this connection, that in the present case, the city of Salta has a priceless treasure, a natural reservoir a few blocks from the center; a place where athletes, travelers, naturalists, teachers and students can enjoy a truly enriching contact with nature and its wonders. A contact that undoubtedly will become much more successful, as more is known of his life and birds and their behavior is understood. "Birds of Cerro San Bernardo and the eastern foothills of Salta" invites us to open the doors of this wonderful universe populated by a wide variety of birds, and also introduces us to the origin, characteristics, ecology and problems of a mountain chain that frames the east to the Lerma Valley and the city of Salta. Throughout its 300 pages, full color printed and profusely illustrated, we discovered the bird life of this northern corner confluence Chaco and wild elements, and where Daniel Elio Rodríguez has worked for the past five years to realize this work. Las Serranías del Este de la Ciudad de Salta están habitadas por un elenco de aves verdaderamente espectacular; conocidos por muchos son, por cierto, los Chingolos y Horneros, entre muchas otras especies que usualmente se encuentran en cualquier visita al lugar. Pero estos sitios cuentan también con la elusiva presencia del Batará Gigante o de la casi desconocida Lechucita Canela, y sobrevuela los filos con sus alas gigantescas el fabuloso Cóndor Andino. Para muchos, éste es un escenario ornitológico casi desconocido, ya que a pesar de que la ciencia que estudia a las aves ha dado en la República Argentina pasos muy importantes en los últimos decenios, no ha pasado lo mismo con el conocimiento que a nivel popular se tiene sobre las aves de las Serranías del Este y de la Sierra de Mojotoro, en general. No debe olvidarse, en este sentido, que, en el caso que nos ocupa, la ciudad de Salta cuenta con un tesoro de incalculable valor, un reservorio natural a pocas cuadras del centro; un lugar donde deportistas, viajeros, naturalistas, docentes y alumnos, pueden disfrutar de un contacto verdaderamente enriquecedor con la naturaleza y sus maravillas. Un contacto que, sin dudas, se transformará en mucho más fructífero, a medida que más se conozca de sus aves y se entienda su vida y conducta. “Aves del Cerro San Bernardo y de las Serranías del Este de la Ciudad de Salta” nos invita a abrir las puertas de este universo maravilloso poblado por una amplia variedad de aves, y al mismo tiempo nos introduce en el origen, características, ecología y problemas de una cadena serrana que enmarca por el este al Valle de Lerma y la ciudad de Salta. A lo largo de sus 300 páginas, íntegramente impresas a color y profusamente ilustradas, descubrimos la vida ornitológica de este rincón norteño, donde confluyen elementos chaqueños y selváticos, y donde Elio Daniel Rodríguez ha trabajado durante los últimos cinco años para concretar este trabajo.

The first bird guide 100% photo edited in Argentina, dedicated to the main destination for wildlife observation the country: Ibera Marshes in the province of Corrientes. 224 pages and over 300 species. Spanish / English Edition. La primera guía de aves 100% fotográfica editada en la Argentina, y dedicada al principal destino para observación de fauna silvestre del país: los Esteros del Iberá en la provincia de Corrientes. 224 páginas y más de 300 especies. Edición español/ingles.

La avifauna pampeana está compuesta por más de 500 especies que viven en pastizales, en diversos tipos de bosques y en una amplia variedad de ambientes acuáticos. Esta guía de campo incluye una gran cantidad de fotografías seleccionadas, textos descriptivos y mapas de distribución de todas las aves silvestres que se encuentran regularmente en la región. La información ha sido organizada sistemáticamente para facilitar la identificación de nuestras aves en su contexto natural.La guía (350 páginas a color) incluye textos en español e inglés y contiene información sobre más de 500 especies de aves; más de 1500 fotografías seleccionadas y más de 450 mapas de distribución actualizados; textos que resaltan caracteres diagnósticos, vocalizaciones, estatus, asociaciones de hábitat y otros datos de interés. The Pampas avifauna is composed of more than 500 species that live in grasslands, in different forest types and in a wide variety of aquatic environments. This field guide includes a large number of selected photos, text descriptions and distribution maps of all wild birds are regularly found in the region. The information has been systematically organized for easy identification of our birds in context natural.La guide (350 color pages) includes texts in Spanish and English and contains information on over 500 species of birds; more than 1500 selected over 450 photographs and updated distribution maps; texts that highlight diagnostic features, vocalizations, status, habitat associations and other relevant data.

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