Breeding birds as a farm product

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Breeding birds as a farm product is discussed based on study of the possibilities for conserving meadowbirds on modern, intensive diary farms in the Netherlands, on which meadowbird populations have been under increasing threat. Breeding success was compared, farms where farmers were paid for meadowbird clutches vs farms where farmers were not paid, and results were encouraging, with farmers enthusiastic.

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Making the leap from researcher to planner: lessions from avian conservation planning in the Dominican Republic

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The article discusses the programs and deliberations of a workshop on avian conservation involving research biologists. The workshop highlights conservation planning and a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to conservation issues.

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Education, careers, and callings: the practice of conservation biology

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Tips are given for students who want to know what educational plans they should make in their pursuit of a career in conservation biology. One idea is to have scientists mentor promising students.

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