Summary

In this episode, we’re going to look at wetlands as habitats for birds.

We’ll start with how to recognize—how to define—a wetland ecosystem. Then, we’ll get into why these ecosystems are so important to birds. How do birds use wetlands as habitat? Next, I’ll highlight a few examples of bird species that depend on wetlands. Then we’ll talk about the conservation issues surrounding wetlands, and how their loss is affecting birds.

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Links of Interest

• Wetlands International
• Where Are The World’s Wetlands? [Map]

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Research Citations

• The comparative biodiversity of seven globally important wetlands: a synthesis
• Adaptations of Black Tern (Chlidonias niger) Eggs for Water Loss in a Moist Nest
• Recent breeding range expansion of the endangered Snail Kite (Rostrhamus sociabilis) in Florida
• The Okavango Delta’s waterbirds – Trends and threatening processes

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Photos of Some Species Mentioned

Attributions

• Black Tern sounds (Xeno Canto recording XC281194)
• Ruddy Duck sounds (Xeno Canto recording XC656418)
• Snail Kite sounds (Xeno Canto recording XC229121)
• Sharp-tailed Sandpiper sounds (Xeno Canto recording XC396683)

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