community science

Kestrel Nest Box Monitoring & Banding (2026)

Kestrel Nest Box Monitoring & Banding (2026)

American Kestrels, North America’s smallest falcon, have faced a population decline of over 60% in the last 60 years. With an increased removal of nesting habitat came an increased need for them to rely on provided housing like nest boxes.

photo: Courtney Celley/USFWS

Winter Raptor Survey: Goose Pond to the Wisconsin River

Winter Raptor Survey: Goose Pond to the Wisconsin River

We have been interested in raptor migration for decades. A few years ago, a fellow member of the Hawk Migration Association (HMA) told us about the ongoing Winter Raptor Survey project, and he encouraged us to take part. We decided to take him up on it.

Photo by Arlene Koziol