Population dynamics of key raptor species in the Kevin Rim Raptor Study Area, 2000

By Alan R. Harmata

Subjects: Estimates, Birds, Counting, Birds of prey, Nests, Bird populations, Habitat

Description: The objectives of this study are to: determine location and productivity of breeding areas of three key raptor species nesting in the primary study area and Rattlesnake Coulee of Kevin Rim Raptor Study Area (KRRSA); and band ferruginous hawk nestlings with USGS bands in the Flats only. The three key raptor species are ferruginous hawks (Buteo ragalis), prairie falcons (Falco mexicanus), and golden eagles (Aquila chrysaetos).