December Featured Speaker Series Jim McGinity from Florida Avian Conservation

Where ‘O Where Do the Birds Go? – The Science Behind Studying Bird Migration

Scientists use low and high tech methods to study the miracle of bird migration. Learn the process of bird banding, new technologies and the stories behind the super-migratory species.  We will also discuss ways that everyone can help birds survive the perils of migration.

Presentation Overview:

During the talk, Jim McGinity will briefly cover the history of bird banding, review the process of banding birds and introduce the latest technological                  developments that allow scientists to more finely track birds as they migrate. He will finish the talk by sharing seven simple things people can do to help all birds (especially migratory birds).

Jim McGinity is an environmental educator who has worked in non-formal and formal settings.  Currently, he teaches environmental science to elementary students at Learning Gate Community School where he bands birds on the 25 acre, wooded campus.  He has been banding birds for over 25 years and observing migratory birds since he was a little kid.