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Using science to preserve biological diversity and improve habitat in the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument: A new Decision Support Tool
We are excited to announce a new Decision Support Tool describing more than a decade of Klamath Bird Observatory (KBO) science in the Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument — Using science to […]
Science Brief: Using KBO science to identify bird conservation opportunities in timber stand management
Forests in the Klamath Mountains Ecoregion, centered within the core of Klamath Bird Observatory’s focus region, are home to a diversity of wildlife, including birds. While old-growth forests receive a […]
Year of the Bird: December Call to Action-Sharing Your Love of Birds!
The Year of the Bird has almost come to an end. As we finish out 2018, the last monthly call to action is about thanks and sharing your love of […]
Vesper Sparrow Film site is now live!
We have some exciting updates to share with you all here at Klamath Bird Observatory. The Oregon Vesper Sparrow research we have been working so hard on is being turned […]
Grasshopper Sparrows and Ashland’s Imperatrice Property discussed on Jefferson Exchange
Jefferson Public Radio recently broadcast a lively and informative discussion about the proposed solar panel farm installation at the City of Ashland’s Imperatrice Property—and the potential for the project to […]
October Global Big Day Results Are In!
And by the way, you might be asking how did Global Big Day in October go? The goal was 5,000 species—and more than 6,000 were recorded on more than 37,000 […]
Climate-smart Strategies for Identifying Connected Conservation Areas
KBO produces science that is relevant to pressing conservation issues. A recent report (see Frost 2018) identifies three objectives that are important for demonstrating the Klamath-Siskiyou Bioregion’s connectivity values and […]
Year of the Bird’s November Call to Action—Share Your Shot!
November’s call to action in this Year of the Bird is to go on an assignment with National Geographic’s Share Your Shot—a storytelling community where photographers can take part in […]
Science Brief: Integrating focal and priority species needs to inform restoration design on the South Fork Stillaguamish Vegetation Project
Overview A conservation planning framework that applies what we know about birds as indicators of forest structure and composition can inform landscape level planning and stand level restoration. Such planning […]
Register Now – a Few Spots Remain for Upcoming Talk and Walk Class
CREATING A WILDLIFE SANCTUARY IN YOUR BACKYARD Presented by Karl Schneck, KBO board member Talk: October 18th Thursday 6:30-8:00pm at 320 Beach Street (old Lincoln School), Ashland, Oregon Karl’s life-long […]
