HOME | PARTNERS IN FLIGHTWORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAYBIRD CONSERVATION SCIENCEENGAGE CONSERVATION PARTNERS Partners in Flight is a network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation. We encourage partners to make use of our Plans, databases, Watch List species, and other resources. WHAT IS PARTNERS IN FLIGHT? Partners in Flight (PIF) is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations distributed throughout the Western Hemisphere. We are engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation from science, research, planning, and policy development, to land management, monitoring, education, and outreach. We are all dedicated to PIF’s simple, proactive mission: Keeping common

SPECIES IN PERIL

Although we have made significant progress since 2004, many landbird species continue to exhibit alarming population declines. The steepest recent declines are seen in grassland birds, species of aridland habitats such as sagebrush and desert scrub, and forest species dependent on specialized structural features or natural disturbance. The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan introduces new metrics WATCH LIST SPECIES CATEGORIES EXPLAINED The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan assigned 86 species to the “PIF Watch List”— these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale. Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in the U.S. and Canada. The Watch List fosters proactive conservation that will help recover populations of

MOTUS INITIATIVE

Motus Initiative. The primary mission of the Motus Initiative is to expand the use of automated telemetry technology to meet pressing information needs for western birds to inform conservation actions within the next decade. This exciting project is being spearheaded by

BANK SWALLOW

Bank Swallows have successfully adopted human-made banks made of concrete and tubes that are built to replicate natural nesting habitat. During migration, hundreds or thousands of individuals can be observed at dawn joining other bird species landing in wetlands to rest. The species’ impressive flying skills allows it to capture

insects on

PINYON JAY WORKING GROUP Pinyon Jay populations are predicted to be reduced by an additional 50% from 2016 to 2035 (the so-called population “half-life”). Partners in Flight (PIF) identifies Pinyon Jay as a yellow Watch List species with a goal of reversing population declines. PIF criteria for inclusion as a yellow Watch List species is due to population declines PARTNERS IN FLIGHT LANDBIRD CONSERVATION PLAN 1 Introduction to the 2016 Revision 4 Species of Continental Concern 10 Keeping Common Birds Common 14 Continental Threats 18 Climate Impacts on Landbirds 20 Full Life-cycle Conservation 24 Population Goals and Objectives 28 Bridging the Implementation Gap 32 Introduction to Regional Profiles 35 Spotlight: Ecotourism Supports Birds and People 36 Migratory Bird Joint Venture Profiles SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

SCRUB MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR PENINSULAR FLORIDA Scrub Management Guidelines for Peninsular Florida. This document provides management guidelines using Florida scrub-jay habitat requirements as the basis for the restoration and management of scrub habitats in the Florida peninsula (defined as the mainland south of an imaginary line from Cedar Key on the Gulf Coast to Jacksonville on the HOME | PARTNERS IN FLIGHTWORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAYBIRD CONSERVATION SCIENCEENGAGE CONSERVATION PARTNERS Partners in Flight is a network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation. We encourage partners to make use of our Plans, databases, Watch List species, and other resources. WHAT IS PARTNERS IN FLIGHT? Partners in Flight (PIF) is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations distributed throughout the Western Hemisphere. We are engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation from science, research, planning, and policy development, to land management, monitoring, education, and outreach. We are all dedicated to PIF’s simple, proactive mission: Keeping common

SPECIES IN PERIL

Although we have made significant progress since 2004, many landbird species continue to exhibit alarming population declines. The steepest recent declines are seen in grassland birds, species of aridland habitats such as sagebrush and desert scrub, and forest species dependent on specialized structural features or natural disturbance. The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan introduces new metrics WATCH LIST SPECIES CATEGORIES EXPLAINED The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan assigned 86 species to the “PIF Watch List”— these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale. Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in the U.S. and Canada. The Watch List fosters proactive conservation that will help recover populations of

MOTUS INITIATIVE

Motus Initiative. The primary mission of the Motus Initiative is to expand the use of automated telemetry technology to meet pressing information needs for western birds to inform conservation actions within the next decade. This exciting project is being spearheaded by

BANK SWALLOW

Bank Swallows have successfully adopted human-made banks made of concrete and tubes that are built to replicate natural nesting habitat. During migration, hundreds or thousands of individuals can be observed at dawn joining other bird species landing in wetlands to rest. The species’ impressive flying skills allows it to capture

insects on

PINYON JAY WORKING GROUP Pinyon Jay populations are predicted to be reduced by an additional 50% from 2016 to 2035 (the so-called population “half-life”). Partners in Flight (PIF) identifies Pinyon Jay as a yellow Watch List species with a goal of reversing population declines. PIF criteria for inclusion as a yellow Watch List species is due to population declines PARTNERS IN FLIGHT LANDBIRD CONSERVATION PLAN 1 Introduction to the 2016 Revision 4 Species of Continental Concern 10 Keeping Common Birds Common 14 Continental Threats 18 Climate Impacts on Landbirds 20 Full Life-cycle Conservation 24 Population Goals and Objectives 28 Bridging the Implementation Gap 32 Introduction to Regional Profiles 35 Spotlight: Ecotourism Supports Birds and People 36 Migratory Bird Joint Venture Profiles SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

SCRUB MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR PENINSULAR FLORIDA Scrub Management Guidelines for Peninsular Florida. This document provides management guidelines using Florida scrub-jay habitat requirements as the basis for the restoration and management of scrub habitats in the Florida peninsula (defined as the mainland south of an imaginary line from Cedar Key on the Gulf Coast to Jacksonville on the WHAT IS PARTNERS IN FLIGHT? Partners in Flight (PIF) is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations distributed throughout the Western Hemisphere. We are engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation from science, research, planning, and policy development, to land management, monitoring, education, and outreach. We are all dedicated to PIF’s simple, proactive mission: Keeping common SPECIES CONSERVATION PROFILES ARCHIVE Species Conservation Profiles The PIF Watch List includes 86 species—these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale (from Table 1 in the Landbird Conservation Plan).Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in

RESOURCES ARCHIVE

Resource Library. “One biologist’s journey through the world of bird conservation; perspectives on the origin of Partners in Flight and its species vulnerability assessment” by Chuck Hunter. “The Scientific Roots of Partners in Flight” by Terry Rich. 2019 Partners in Flight Awards Presentation. 2019 Partners in Flight Awards Video.

PIF DATABASES

The Partners in Flight databases were developed through the voluntary collaboration of more than one hundred ornithological experts in order to provide a standardized and transparent system for estimating the population size and conservation status of North American birds at multiple geographic scales. Additional data can be accessed from our partners via the Avian Knowledge WATCH LIST SPECIES CATEGORIES EXPLAINED The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan assigned 86 species to the “PIF Watch List”— these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale. Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in the U.S. and Canada. The Watch List fosters proactive conservation that will help recover populations of WESTERN WORKING GROUP Since 1991 the Western Working Group (WWG) of Partners in Flight has organized cohesive bird conservation across the western US, Mexico, and Canada. The WWG fosters communication, coordination, and cooperation among agencies, non-governmental organizations, and individuals interested in conserving birds. EASTERN WORKING GROUP The Eastern Working Group 2020 Virtual Meeting has concluded. Please visit our meeting webpage to review the meeting agenda and information on recordings of the meeting sessions. The Eastern Working Group of Partners in Flight is a cooperative partnership working on conservation of eastern North American birds throughout their annual life cycles across the Western Hemisphere.

SHORT-EARED OWL

The Short-eared Owl is one of the most widely distributed owl species in the world. However, this species is irregular throughout its range and has declined by 65% since 1970 in North America. In North America, its breeding range covers most of Canada and the northern United States. Its habitat is large open areas such as marshes, grasslands PINYON JAY WORKING GROUP Pinyon Jay populations are predicted to be reduced by an additional 50% from 2016 to 2035 (the so-called population “half-life”). Partners in Flight (PIF) identifies Pinyon Jay as a yellow Watch List species with a goal of reversing population declines. PIF criteria for inclusion as a yellow Watch List species is due to population declines CONSERVATION STRATEGY FOR THE PINYON JAY (GYMNORHINUS Scott Somershoe Land Bird Coordinator Migratory Bird Program, Legacy Region 6 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service P.O. Box 25486, DFC Denver, CO

80225-4201

HOME | PARTNERS IN FLIGHTWORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAYBIRD CONSERVATION SCIENCEENGAGE CONSERVATION PARTNERS Partners in Flight is a network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation. We encourage partners to make use of our Plans, databases, Watch List species, and other resources. WHAT IS PARTNERS IN FLIGHT? Partners in Flight (PIF) is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations distributed throughout the Western Hemisphere. We are engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation from science, research, planning, and policy development, to land management, monitoring, education, and outreach. We are all dedicated to PIF’s simple, proactive mission: Keeping common

PIF DATABASES

The Partners in Flight databases were developed through the voluntary collaboration of more than one hundred ornithological experts in order to provide a standardized and transparent system for estimating the population size and conservation status of North American birds at multiple geographic scales. Additional data can be accessed from our partners via the Avian Knowledge WATCH LIST SPECIES CATEGORIES EXPLAINED The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan assigned 86 species to the “PIF Watch List”— these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale. Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in the U.S. and Canada. The Watch List fosters proactive conservation that will help recover populations of

SPECIES IN PERIL

Although we have made significant progress since 2004, many landbird species continue to exhibit alarming population declines. The steepest recent declines are seen in grassland birds, species of aridland habitats such as sagebrush and desert scrub, and forest species dependent on specialized structural features or natural disturbance. The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan introduces new metrics

MOTUS INITIATIVE

The primary mission of the Motus Initiative is to expand the use of automated telemetry technology to meet pressing information needs for western birds to inform conservation actions within the next decade. PARTNERS IN FLIGHT LANDBIRD CONSERVATION PLAN 1 Introduction to the 2016 Revision 4 Species of Continental Concern 10 Keeping Common Birds Common 14 Continental Threats 18 Climate Impacts on Landbirds 20 Full Life-cycle Conservation 24 Population Goals and Objectives 28 Bridging the Implementation Gap 32 Introduction to Regional Profiles 35 Spotlight: Ecotourism Supports Birds and People 36 Migratory Bird Joint Venture Profiles SCRUB MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR PENINSULAR FLORIDA This document provides management guidelines using Florida scrub-jay habitat requirements as the basis for the restoration and management of scrub habitats in the Florida peninsula (defined as the mainland south of an imaginary line from Cedar Key on the SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

A DECISION SUPPORT TOOL FOR SETTING POPULATION … A Decision Support Tool for Setting Population Objectives—Jones-Farrand et al. 379 numerous potential landscape design alterna-tives. After using this decision support tool to HOME | PARTNERS IN FLIGHTWORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAYBIRD CONSERVATION SCIENCEENGAGE CONSERVATION PARTNERS Partners in Flight is a network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation. We encourage partners to make use of our Plans, databases, Watch List species, and other resources. WHAT IS PARTNERS IN FLIGHT? Partners in Flight (PIF) is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations distributed throughout the Western Hemisphere. We are engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation from science, research, planning, and policy development, to land management, monitoring, education, and outreach. We are all dedicated to PIF’s simple, proactive mission: Keeping common

PIF DATABASES

The Partners in Flight databases were developed through the voluntary collaboration of more than one hundred ornithological experts in order to provide a standardized and transparent system for estimating the population size and conservation status of North American birds at multiple geographic scales. Additional data can be accessed from our partners via the Avian Knowledge WATCH LIST SPECIES CATEGORIES EXPLAINED The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan assigned 86 species to the “PIF Watch List”— these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale. Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in the U.S. and Canada. The Watch List fosters proactive conservation that will help recover populations of

SPECIES IN PERIL

Although we have made significant progress since 2004, many landbird species continue to exhibit alarming population declines. The steepest recent declines are seen in grassland birds, species of aridland habitats such as sagebrush and desert scrub, and forest species dependent on specialized structural features or natural disturbance. The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan introduces new metrics

MOTUS INITIATIVE

The primary mission of the Motus Initiative is to expand the use of automated telemetry technology to meet pressing information needs for western birds to inform conservation actions within the next decade. PARTNERS IN FLIGHT LANDBIRD CONSERVATION PLAN 1 Introduction to the 2016 Revision 4 Species of Continental Concern 10 Keeping Common Birds Common 14 Continental Threats 18 Climate Impacts on Landbirds 20 Full Life-cycle Conservation 24 Population Goals and Objectives 28 Bridging the Implementation Gap 32 Introduction to Regional Profiles 35 Spotlight: Ecotourism Supports Birds and People 36 Migratory Bird Joint Venture Profiles SCRUB MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR PENINSULAR FLORIDA This document provides management guidelines using Florida scrub-jay habitat requirements as the basis for the restoration and management of scrub habitats in the Florida peninsula (defined as the mainland south of an imaginary line from Cedar Key on the SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

A DECISION SUPPORT TOOL FOR SETTING POPULATION … A Decision Support Tool for Setting Population Objectives—Jones-Farrand et al. 379 numerous potential landscape design alterna-tives. After using this decision support tool to WHAT IS PARTNERS IN FLIGHT? Partners in Flight (PIF) is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations distributed throughout the Western Hemisphere. We are engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation from science, research, planning, and policy development, to land management, monitoring, education, and outreach. We are all dedicated to PIF’s simple, proactive mission: Keeping common SPECIES CONSERVATION PROFILES ARCHIVE Species Conservation Profiles The PIF Watch List includes 86 species—these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale (from Table 1 in the Landbird Conservation Plan).Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in 2020 PARTNERS IN FLIGHT AWARDS Partners in Flight (PIF) Awards recognize exceptional contributions to the field of landbird conservation in the Americas in the categories of Leadership, Investigations, Public Awareness, Stewardship, and the David N. Pashley Lifetime Achievement Award. WESTERN WORKING GROUP Since 1991 the Western Working Group (WWG) of Partners in Flight has organized cohesive bird conservation across the western US, Mexico,

and Canada.

NABCI'S FIELD GUIDE TO DEVELOPING PARTNERSHIPS With the loss of 3 billion birds over 50 years, we need broad, impactful partnerships more than ever, to help bird populations recover while supporting other human goals such as water quality and availability, improved human health and community well-being, resilient landscapes, and productive working lands. The Field Guide to Developing Partnerships presents both practical guidance for NABCI’S FIELD GUIDE TO DEVELOPING PARTNERSHIPS: CASE To highlight many of the concepts discussed in NABCI’s Field Guide to Developing Partnerships, NABCI compiled some case studies in which conservation organizations partner with organizations whose primary focus is not conservation to achieve goals that benefit both. These talks were presented at the January 2021 NABCI meeting. COMMON BIRDS IN STEEP DECLINE Partners in Flight is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation. STATE OF THE BIRDS: AS BIRD POPULATIONS CONTINUE TO This article highlights the work of N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission biologists and partners to identify threats to bird populations and habitats, and to alleviate these threats whenever possible. Partners in Flight and our 30th anniversary are featured in the article. PINYON JAY WORKING GROUP The Pinyon Jay Working Group was formed in 2017 with a goal of bringing together Pinyon Jay experts to discuss conservation needs of

the species.

SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

HOME | PARTNERS IN FLIGHTWORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAYBIRD CONSERVATION SCIENCEENGAGE CONSERVATION PARTNERS Partners in Flight is a network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation. We encourage partners to make use of our Plans, databases, Watch List species, and other resources. SPECIES CONSERVATION PROFILES ARCHIVE Species Conservation Profiles The PIF Watch List includes 86 species—these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale (from Table 1 in the Landbird Conservation Plan).Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in

PIF DATABASES

The Partners in Flight databases were developed through the voluntary collaboration of more than one hundred ornithological experts in order to provide a standardized and transparent system for estimating the population size and conservation status of North American birds at multiple geographic scales. Additional data can be accessed from our partners via the Avian Knowledge WATCH LIST SPECIES CATEGORIES EXPLAINED The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan assigned 86 species to the “PIF Watch List”— these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale. Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in the U.S. and Canada. The Watch List fosters proactive conservation that will help recover populations of

SPECIES IN PERIL

Although we have made significant progress since 2004, many landbird species continue to exhibit alarming population declines. The steepest recent declines are seen in grassland birds, species of aridland habitats such as sagebrush and desert scrub, and forest species dependent on specialized structural features or natural disturbance. The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan introduces new metrics WESTERN WORKING GROUP Since 1991 the Western Working Group (WWG) of Partners in Flight has organized cohesive bird conservation across the western US, Mexico, and Canada. The WWG fosters communication, coordination, and cooperation among agencies, non-governmental organizations, and individuals interested in conserving birds. PINYON JAY WORKING GROUP Pinyon Jay populations are predicted to be reduced by an additional 50% from 2016 to 2035 (the so-called population “half-life”). Partners in Flight (PIF) identifies Pinyon Jay as a yellow Watch List species with a goal of reversing population declines. PIF criteria for inclusion as a yellow Watch List species is due to population declines PARTNERS IN FLIGHT LANDBIRD CONSERVATION PLAN 1 Introduction to the 2016 Revision 4 Species of Continental Concern 10 Keeping Common Birds Common 14 Continental Threats 18 Climate Impacts on Landbirds 20 Full Life-cycle Conservation 24 Population Goals and Objectives 28 Bridging the Implementation Gap 32 Introduction to Regional Profiles 35 Spotlight: Ecotourism Supports Birds and People 36 Migratory Bird Joint Venture Profiles SCRUB MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR PENINSULAR FLORIDA Scrub Management Guidelines for Peninsular Florida. This document provides management guidelines using Florida scrub-jay habitat requirements as the basis for the restoration and management of scrub habitats in the Florida peninsula (defined as the mainland south of an imaginary line from Cedar Key on the Gulf Coast to Jacksonville on the SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

HOME | PARTNERS IN FLIGHTWORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAYBIRD CONSERVATION SCIENCEENGAGE CONSERVATION PARTNERS Partners in Flight is a network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation. We encourage partners to make use of our Plans, databases, Watch List species, and other resources. SPECIES CONSERVATION PROFILES ARCHIVE Species Conservation Profiles The PIF Watch List includes 86 species—these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale (from Table 1 in the Landbird Conservation Plan).Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in

PIF DATABASES

The Partners in Flight databases were developed through the voluntary collaboration of more than one hundred ornithological experts in order to provide a standardized and transparent system for estimating the population size and conservation status of North American birds at multiple geographic scales. Additional data can be accessed from our partners via the Avian Knowledge WATCH LIST SPECIES CATEGORIES EXPLAINED The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan assigned 86 species to the “PIF Watch List”— these are the species of highest conservation concern at the continental (range-wide) scale. Some of these species are already recognized as federally threatened or endangered in the U.S. and Canada. The Watch List fosters proactive conservation that will help recover populations of

SPECIES IN PERIL

Although we have made significant progress since 2004, many landbird species continue to exhibit alarming population declines. The steepest recent declines are seen in grassland birds, species of aridland habitats such as sagebrush and desert scrub, and forest species dependent on specialized structural features or natural disturbance. The 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan introduces new metrics WESTERN WORKING GROUP Since 1991 the Western Working Group (WWG) of Partners in Flight has organized cohesive bird conservation across the western US, Mexico, and Canada. The WWG fosters communication, coordination, and cooperation among agencies, non-governmental organizations, and individuals interested in conserving birds. PINYON JAY WORKING GROUP Pinyon Jay populations are predicted to be reduced by an additional 50% from 2016 to 2035 (the so-called population “half-life”). Partners in Flight (PIF) identifies Pinyon Jay as a yellow Watch List species with a goal of reversing population declines. PIF criteria for inclusion as a yellow Watch List species is due to population declines PARTNERS IN FLIGHT LANDBIRD CONSERVATION PLAN 1 Introduction to the 2016 Revision 4 Species of Continental Concern 10 Keeping Common Birds Common 14 Continental Threats 18 Climate Impacts on Landbirds 20 Full Life-cycle Conservation 24 Population Goals and Objectives 28 Bridging the Implementation Gap 32 Introduction to Regional Profiles 35 Spotlight: Ecotourism Supports Birds and People 36 Migratory Bird Joint Venture Profiles SCRUB MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR PENINSULAR FLORIDA Scrub Management Guidelines for Peninsular Florida. This document provides management guidelines using Florida scrub-jay habitat requirements as the basis for the restoration and management of scrub habitats in the Florida peninsula (defined as the mainland south of an imaginary line from Cedar Key on the Gulf Coast to Jacksonville on the SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

WHAT IS PARTNERS IN FLIGHT? Partners in Flight (PIF) is a dynamic and welcoming network of more than 150 partner organizations distributed throughout the Western Hemisphere. We are engaged in all aspects of landbird conservation from science, research, planning, and policy development, to land management, monitoring, education, and outreach. We are all dedicated to PIF’s simple, proactive mission: Keeping common

MEET OUR PARTNERS

Key Partners for Landbird Conservation Ultimately, our ability to conserve North American landbirds throughout their annual life cycle depends on PIF’s voluntary network of more than 150 partner organizations throughout the Western Hemisphere. Partners engage in all aspects of landbird conservation, from research, planning, and policy development to land management, monitoring, 2020 PARTNERS IN FLIGHT AWARDS 2020 Partners in Flight Awards. Partners in Flight (PIF) Awards recognize exceptional contributions to the field of landbird conservation in the Americas in the categories of Leadership, Investigations, Public Awareness, Stewardship, and the David N. Pashley Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Resource Library. “One biologist’s journey through the world of bird conservation; perspectives on the origin of Partners in Flight and its species vulnerability assessment” by Chuck Hunter. “The Scientific Roots of Partners in Flight” by Terry Rich. 2019 Partners in Flight Awards Presentation. 2019 Partners in Flight Awards Video. BIRD CONSERVATION SCIENCE A key element in these plans is the PIF Watch List, which identifies the bird species most at risk of severe population decline, range reduction, or extinction.All of the most relevant scientific data and information that form the biological foundation for PIF’s science approach are hosted in the easily accessible PIF Databases.. PIF conducts its science through an active International

BANK SWALLOW

Bank Swallows have successfully adopted human-made banks made of concrete and tubes that are built to replicate natural nesting habitat. During migration, hundreds or thousands of individuals can be observed at dawn joining other bird species landing in wetlands to rest. The species’ impressive flying skills allows it to capture

insects on

EASTERN WORKING GROUP The Eastern Working Group 2020 Virtual Meeting has concluded. Please visit our meeting webpage to review the meeting agenda and information on recordings of the meeting sessions. The Eastern Working Group of Partners in Flight is a cooperative partnership working on conservation of eastern North American birds throughout their annual life cycles across the Western Hemisphere.

SHORT-EARED OWL

The Short-eared Owl is one of the most widely distributed owl species in the world. However, this species is irregular throughout its range and has declined by 65% since 1970 in North America. In North America, its breeding range covers most of Canada and the northern United States. Its habitat is large open areas such as marshes, grasslands

JUNE CHALLENGES

Engage with #BlackBirdersWeek May 30-June 5 Our June Challenges start a little early with the kickoff of #BlackBirdersWeek on May 30th. This month we’re also sharing the SPECIES OF CONTINENTAL CONCERN 4 Partners in Flight 2016 Landbird Conservation Plan Revision 5 With nearly 450 breeding landbirds in the U.S. and Canada, and limited resources for conservation of terrestrial habitats, identifying the species most in need of conservation action is the key to efficient

and effective bird

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