Oriole
Oriole Banding Data Analysis
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|
Baltimore Oriole |
Bullock's Oriole |
|
Total Number Banded |
87,697 |
11,455 |
|
Number Recaptured or Found Dead |
755 |
218 |
|
Percent Recaptured or Found Dead |
0.86% |
1.90% |
|
|
Canada Goose |
Mallard |
|
Total Number Banded |
2,991,538 |
5,935,960 |
|
Number Recaptured or Found Dead |
594,114 |
878,704 |
|
Percent Recaptured or Found Dead |
19.85% |
14.80% |
- Why are so many more geese and ducks banded than orioles? Because geese and ducks are game birds, researchers keep close tabs on their numbers and movements to ensure that their populations are doing okay.
- Why are so many more geese and ducks recaptured or found dead than orioles? The most important predators for geese and ducks are humans. And the vast majority of hunters look for leg bands and report them when found. After all, hunters want to help ensure that their favorite game birds have healthy populations!
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