Scouting 13 Million Sky Raptors

Wes Larson, a wildlife biologist, travels to the Ghost Shoot Mountains to join Jesse Watson and the Hawkwatch team in their efforts to monitor and conserve raptor populations. The team uses innovative techniques, including using pigeons to catch and band raptors, to gather data on these birds. The video highlights the importance of counting and monitoring raptor populations to understand ecosystem health and the dedication required for conservation work.

What challenges do researchers face when studying animals that spend most of their time in the air?

Describe the role of Jesse Watson in the Hawkwatch team.

Explain the significance of raptors in the ecosystem according to the text.

What methods do researchers use to catch hawks for study?

What are the main body measurements taken during the banding process?

How do the researchers count migrating raptors during the fall season?

Discuss the importance of the data collected by the Hawkwatch team.