May 03
Waterfowl biologists are using satellites to track the spring migration of 16 lesser scaup to discover the cause of this species’ 20-year decline in the Mississippi River Flyway.
The scaup, a medium-sized diving duck, are carrying implanted satellite transmitters that send a signal to orbiting satellites about every day. Each bird’s location is forwarded to Dr. Al Afton, a scientist at Louisiana State University who is heading the study. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) purchased seven transmitters and provided staff to help capture ducks. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other state natural resource agencies are also providing funding and staff.
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