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Duck nest monitoring project prize winner announced
We are thrilled to announce Mr Gooch from Ipswich as the very first winner of the duck nest monitoring project prize draw.
Mr Gooch was very pleased to receive his duck nest monitoring project prize, a SpyPoint Flex E-36 trail camera, which he has already put to good use capturing local wildlife. Trail cameras are a great way to document wildlife activity and can contribute vital information to conservation research and strategies.
Mr Gooch said: “I was delighted to win the trail camera. The results I have found from using it are already fascinating.
“I have set it up to see what is visiting my pheasant feeders. Getting the images sent directly to my mobile phone has made life so easy! I plan to start monitoring duck nest tubes on my land in the spring.”
The duck nest monitoring project
This project would not have been possible without the dedication of everyone involved in installing nest tubes and diligently recording and submitting their observations to us.
The data you collect is invaluable in supporting the conservation and research efforts of this project. You also contribute to a wider data set covering north-western Europe.
The importance of data
Throughout the breeding season, participants primarily from the shooting community generously volunteer their time to collect and submit nest tube data.
Thanks to your commitment over the years, we have gained some interesting insights into nest preferences and predator control, and how these relate to the occupancy and success of nests. You can see here the data we have gathered so far.
All this data contributes to scientific research and informs future advice related to the conservation of waterfowl across the flyways. It also guides future research on waterfowl breeding behaviour and conservation.
Looking ahead
It is due to everyone who has participated this season that this project has been possible.
Every observation you make and submit helps us better support our waterfowl populations. We look forward to welcoming even more participants this year. Together, we can continue to make a difference for our wetland wildlife while contributing to important scientific research.
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