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Managing the Threat of Subsidized Predators for a Threatened Shorebird

Animal Conservation, EarlyView.
Subsidized predators—native predators that have become more common due to human activities—challenge the persistence of many at‐risk prey species and require creative solutions beyond lethal predator control. In an 8‐year study, we placed small wire cages over western snowy plover nests that allow passage of plovers, but not their predators, and ...
R. R. Swaisgood, R. L. Smith, J. G. Schuetz, T. Wooten, L. I. Vilchis   +4 more
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Little penguins select more isolated nest boxes for breeding, but lay date influences breeding success

The Journal of Wildlife Management, Volume 90, Issue 6, August 2026.
We determined that more isolated and possibly older nest boxes were selected by little penguins for breeding at Pōhatu/Flea Bay, New Zealand. However, breeding success was influenced by lay date in comparison to nest box characteristics. These findings inform immediate conservation recommendations regarding nest box design and placement.
Georgia S. M. Gwatkin, Rachel P. Hickcox, Chris N. Niebuhr, Alexandra J. Strang, Sarah P. Flanagan, Michelle A. LaRue   +5 more
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Evaluating the efficacy of carbachol at reducing corvid predation on artificial nests

Wildlife Society Bulletin, 2018
Nest predation often limits recovery of threatened and endangered birds, especially ground‐nesting species. Accordingly, a variety of techniques are used to reduce the impact of nest predation on listed species.
Matthew P. Brinkman, David K. Garcelon, Mark A. Colwell   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Significant Coastal Dune Loss Challenges California's Climate Resilience and Biodiversity Goals

Earth's Future, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
Abstract Coastal sand dunes support unique biodiversity and buffer beaches and communities against storm impacts. However, these sensitive and dynamic ecosystems are increasingly threatened by erosion, sea‐level rise (SLR), and encroaching coastal development.
T. I. Baxter, I. J. Walker, J. E. Dugan, D. M. Hubbard, L. Engeman, K. A. Emery, S. Vitousek, K. K. Johnston, A. J. Pickart, S. Smith, D. R. Fee, D. Willett, J. Wisniewski   +12 more
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The importance of oyster shells in the breeding success of western snowy plover

California Fish and Wildlife Journal
The Pacific Coast population of the western snowy plover (Anarhynchus nivosus nivosus) is a federally threatened species and is a California Species of Special Concern.
David L. Riensche, Meredith Elliot
doaj   +1 more source

Observing the effectiveness of stewards and cameras in promoting behavior for beach‐nesting bird conservation: A mixed‐methods approach

Conservation Science and Practice, Volume 8, Issue 5, May 2026.
Abstract Understanding the factors that influence human behavior is crucial for effective wildlife conservation strategies. This study examines the impact of conservation stewards and cameras on beachgoers' adherence to conservation guidelines designed to protect beach‐nesting birds.
Milan Büscher, Ashley Dayer, Sami Livingston, Elizabeth Amendola   +3 more
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Seabird Diversity and Deterrence on Floating Oyster Cages

Aquaculture Research, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Off‐bottom oyster aquaculture involves the use of floating gear, which increases the surface area at the farm and provides roosting sites for seabirds. State authorities require oyster growers to have operational plans that outline mitigation or deterrent strategies to prevent interactions between birds and floating aquaculture gear.
Luke Matvey, Andrea M. Tarnecki
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Survival of fallen and returned rooftop nesting Least Tern chicks

Avian Conservation and Ecology
Beach habitat is increasingly degraded and disturbed, and many species of Larids (gulls, terns, and skimmers) have adapted to nesting on gravel rooftops.
Elizabeth A Forys, Marianne G. Korosy, Jeff S Liechty   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Monitoring faunal responses to biodegradable oyster reef restoration materials with camera traps in a subtropical estuary

Restoration Ecology, Volume 33, Issue 8, November 2025.
Oyster reef restoration has become increasingly crucial due to global population declines. Intertidal oyster reefs provide essential foraging and loafing (resting) grounds to estuarine fauna. To reduce plastic pollution from traditional materials, biodegradable restoration materials have been introduced and are shown to support oyster recruitment ...
Tara L. Blanchard, Paul E. Sacks, Melinda J. Donnelly, Linda J. Walters   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Observations of chick feeding rates and parental defensive responses to disturbance at nests in the critically endangered New Zealand fairy tern/tara iti (Sternula nereis davisae)

New Zealand Journal of Zoology, Volume 51, Issue 2, Page 175-185, June 2024.
ABSTRACT The New Zealand fairy tern/tara iti (Sternula nereis davisae; NZFT) is New Zealand’s most endangered bird, with approximately 40 individuals remaining. Due to previous poor breeding success, this species is on the brink of extinction. Nest failures occur because of adverse weather, predation, and potentially nest disturbance.
James J. Roberts, Dianne H. Brunton, Hannah Clement, Aaron M.T. Harmer   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source