Kathleen Farley

Kathleen Farley

Newark, NJ

Rutgers University

Fledgling Ornithologist

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Similar interests on opposite sides of the equator. Best of luck!
Jan 11, 2017
How do bird communities change along urbanization gradients in the Neotropics?
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Thanks so much!
Jan 11, 2017
How do post-industrial landscapes affect American Woodcock breeding success?
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Absolutely, I'll start assembling volunteers in February. Claus and I will keep you in mind!
Jan 11, 2017
How do post-industrial landscapes affect American Woodcock breeding success?
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Thanks so much for your support! I'll be sure to bring up dates to dance whenever I can make it after the season begins!
Jan 11, 2017
How do post-industrial landscapes affect American Woodcock breeding success?
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Researchers investigated this question thoroughly at Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge in the 1980s. Vanderhaegen and Krohn determined that ~90% of their diet is earthworms. After that it seems to be spiders and beetles. Yum! The woodcock's long bill is very similar to that of the shorebirds you see at the beach and is used in the same way. Woodcock will use their bills to probe in the soil the way sanderlings will probe in the sand - both result in a tasty invertebrate morsel.
Dec 21, 2016
How do post-industrial landscapes affect American Woodcock breeding success?
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Thanks, Amanda, that's awesome! You guys are fanatastic!
Dec 21, 2016
How do post-industrial landscapes affect American Woodcock breeding success?
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Many people are surprised to find out how local American Woodcock are! Their appearance is so peculiar, one would think they'be be immediately noticeable, but they're actually challenging to find. One of my favorite experiences is bringing guests out to field sites to search for woodcock. When we find one, it's an unforgettable moment!
Dec 16, 2016
How do post-industrial landscapes affect American Woodcock breeding success?
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