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Bird Research at Bernheim

Birds are probably the animals we encounter most in our lives.

A glance out the window or even a short drive will almost certainly provide sightings or sounds of multiple birds. But these encounters are becoming less frequent. According to a recent study by Cornell University, bird populations have declined by as many as 3 billion birds in the past 50 years.

Follow along as we share the groundbreaking research we continue to do at Bernheim and beyond.

Bluebird Nest Live Cam

For 92 years, Bernheim’s stewardship work has included protecting bird populations, including bird surveys and counts, golden eagle research and tracking, the reintroduction of quail and turkey, and most recently, songbird tracking in collaboration with Motus Wildlife Tracking System.

This research continues to remind us that l natural areas and large forest blocks are critical for these birds and other creatures that call Bernheim home.

Watch Bernheim's Resident Bluebird on Live Cam

Watch Bernheim’s Resident Bluebird on Live Cam

We are thrilled to announce a new addition to our website – Live Bluebird Cam! Follow along throughout the spring ...
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Harper Arrives in Churchill, Manitoba

Harper Arrives in Churchill, Manitoba

Bernheim is happy to announce that Harper, the male golden eagle and Athena’s mate, has made it Churchill, Manitoba after ...
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Golden Eagle Migration Update: Athena Photographed in Flight, March 22, 2021

Golden Eagle Migration Update: Athena Photographed in Flight, March 22, 2021

A special thanks to Mackinac Straits Raptor Watch, Beckham Bird Club, Cellular Tracking Technologies, Conservation Science Global Inc., and all the ...
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