Satellite tracking threatened species This Web site provides information on a collaborative project between the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center and the Direct Readout group to monitor the migration routes of endangered species using satellite tracking technology. The site includes explanations of the technology involved, including descriptions of transmitters carried by birds and how satellites follow them. Current species in the study are the Siberian Crane, Eurasian Crane, Sandhill Crane, Walberg's Eagle, Harpy Eagle and Lesser Spotted Eagle. Detailed information includes demonstrations of flight routes established from the data and reports of training migratory birds to follow vehicles. Each name is linked to a page including further information about the species such as conservation status, habitat, behavioural habits geographical distribution, population estimates, threats and conservation projects.
Much information is provided here in the form of press releases, full reports and a video.
The site also includes maps and information on threatened fisheries.