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Bald Eagle Migration Update: May 14, 2002
Today's Report Includes:
- Special Thanks to Our Bald Eagle Biologist!
- Field Notes from Peter Nye
- Final Migration Map
- Comparing the Migrations of Our Seven Bald Eagles
- Scientist Says: How Scientists Communicate Research Results
- Bald Eagle Adaptations: The Match Game
- Year-End Evaluation: Please Share Your Thoughts!
Special Thanks to Our Bald Eagle Biologist!
As the migration season draws to a close, we'd like to turn your attention behind the scenes. Over the past 4 months, in addition to his busy job (and not to mention his back surgery!) Peter Nye found extra time to share his research and knowledge with us all. Journey North would not be possible without the dedication of scientists like Peter Nye who contribute their expertise voluntarily. Thank you, Peter!
Field Notes from Peter Nye
Hi gang;
It looks like all of our birds are pretty much where they are going to be, except A20, our immature golden, who will likely move around quite a bit this summer. I'm deep into nest visits here in NY now, and banding many eaglets. It appears to be a good year so far.
I'll not send any more locations on these birds now until next fall. I hope everyone has a great summer! It?s been a great season.
Pete
Final Migration Map
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Comparing the Migrations of Our Nine Bald Eagles
What generalizations can you make about Bald Eagle migration, based on this spring's observations?
Go back and follow the trail and the timing of each eagle's migration. When did each eagle head north? How long did the trip take? Did the eagle take a direct "bee-line" to the nest, or did it travel an indirect route and/or move in stages? Fill in the "Comparing Spring Migrations Chart" to help you analyze the data.
Try This!
- Describe any similarities you noticed between all of the eagles.
- Describe any differences you noticed.
- Describe any similarities between groups of eagles. (For example, eagles wintering in the same part of New York, eagles traveling to the same nesting region, or eagles traveling long or short distances.)
- What questions were raised by your observations?
- What general patterns did you observe? What generalizations can you make about Bald Eagle migration, based on this spring's observations?
Scientist Says: How Scientists Communicate Research Results
One of the most important steps in a scientist's work is sharing research results with other scientists. This is how the body of scientific knowledge is built--and how it constantly changes, as new research findings replace the old.
As a way to synthesize your learning this spring, write your own scientific paper based on the Bald Eagle research you have witnessed----just as Peter Nye is preparing to do! Or, have a scientific meeting in your classroom. Each student (or student group) can present their findings to the class and defend their results.
This lessons guides you through the steps of writing a real scientific paper:
Bald Eagle Adaptations: The Match Game
This season we've looked closely at bald eagles from head to toe, learning about some of their amazing adaptations. Could you do some of the things bald eagles do? Match the eagle's needs with a human invention that allows us to do what eagles do naturally.
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This is the FINAL Bald Eagle Migration Update. Have a Great Summer!
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