Website

https://public.myfwc.com/crossdoi/shorebirds/

Region(s)

SW

Summary

This is a breeding bird monitoring survey that is done in partnership with FSA. Wilson's plovers, least terns, American oystercatchers, and snowy plovers are monitored in RBNERR during the breeding season (March to August).

Parameters

route, observers, date, start/end time, survey coverage/ method, breeding adults, nest location, adult behavior, number of eggs, number of chicks, number of nestlings, age of chicks, status of nest, nest fate, disturbance, tracks, dogs, beach raking, posted, wet wrack

Notes

Application

This data is used to determine the nest success and recruitment of shorebird populations. It is also used to determine nesting habitat for seasonal closures and future management.

Publications

This data is shared with FWC and FSA through the Florida Shorebird Database. The data is also discussed at the Collier County Partnership Shorebird Meeting.

Start

2011

End

Current

Frequency

Weekly

Method

Beach-nesting birds are monitored through behavioral observations. Nests of birds are located through careful observations by visually following the bird or following tracks. Locations with nests are posted and closed to the public to help reduce disturbance. Weekly nest checks are conducted to determine nest fate. Colony nesting birds are monitored from outside a posted colony. Solitary nesting birds are monitored by observing the parent on the nest. Visibility of the nest may include walking inside a posted area for solitary nesting birds.

Discontinuity

Higher frequency of data collection from 2015 to 2018, Wilson's plover nests were visited more frequently during this time period

Data Location

Florida shorebird alliance: https://public.myfwc.com/crossdoi/shorebirds/

Data Format

Excel datasheets exported from Florida Shorebird Database

Habitats

RCP Program not part of SEACAR analysis

SEACAR Citation

Alternative Citation

indicates priority attributes