Science and Technology in Wildlife Biology

Bird watching and wildlife biology often conjure up that vintage minds eye caricature of a scientist wearing khaki shorts, a pith helmet and a pair of binoculars. The standard apparel hasnt changed all that much over years . . . or has it? If you work for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, you may need to add a portable satellite-tracking device and an ultralight aircraft to your field gear.

The observance of both Global Science and Technology Week, May 6-12, 2001, and International Migratory Bird Day, May 12, 2001, draws attention to the latest scientific advancements used by the Service in tracking and monitoring vast numbers of migratory birds across continents. You could say its where