Research – Birds
We conduct a broad range of terrestrial, aquatic, and marine bioacoustic research, often at large geographic scales. Many of our projects are applied, featuring a strong focus on the conservation of endangered species. More recently we have engaged in the development of acoustic metrics to assess biodiversity and ecosystem health. We are also researching new ways to collect and analyze acoustic data sets using autonomous mobile systems and algorithm development. Here is an overview of our current research portfolio:
Ecosystem-scale Biodiversity Monitoring in CaliforniaComprehensive acoustic monitoring and machine learning reveal bird biodiversity across the Sierra Nevada, supporting conservation efforts and ecosystem management in the face of climate and environmental pressures.
- New England Birds
Tracking bird biodiversity and ecosystem health in northeastern U.S. parks through acoustic monitoring.
- Southeast Asia Research Program
Regional conservation research using acoustic monitoring to study biodiversity and human activity.
- Spotted Owls
Monitoring population trends and responses to habitat change and supporting management of an invasive competitor.
