The boxes are managed by volunteers who collect data on the boxes during the nesting season. Although their populations declined drastically from habitat destruction and over-hunting, they have recently become very common once again through proper management. To aid the wood duck in returning to our area, wood duck nesting structures have been placed in areas of Lincoln Marsh and Northside Park. Although these habitats are marginal in physical character, the structures have attracted wood ducks and other species. Although their numbers have not declined as drastically in recent years as previously mentioned species, these raptors will help in reducing and balancing rodent populations, and provide wildlife observation opportunities.
Bats are among the world's most fascinating animals.
Using ultrasonic signals for navigation and communication, they have mastered the night skies. One individual bat can eat up to 3,000 mosquitos in a single night. With this in mind, bats are encouraged to roost and breed at Lincoln Marsh and other parks in bat boxes mounted on trees.