Delta furthers the research that keeps waterfowl populations strong
Delta Waterfowl believes that waterfowl management decisions should always be based on sound science. Using the latest technology, researchers answer tough questions about duck production and wetland conservation today and in the future.
Canvasback Nest Success
Evaluating Predator Management for over-water nesting ducks
Hot Spot Trapping to Improve Dabbler Production
Evaluating Predator Management for over-water nesting ducks
Raccoon Satellite Telemetry
Studying movements and habitat use of raccoons to improve effectiveness of Predator Management
Counting Broods Using Drones
Evaluating brood use of wetlands in agricultural landscapes
Ring-necked Duck Tracking
Implanting satellite transmitters to monitor movements and habitat use
Eastern Mallard banding and isotopes
Using isotopes to determine whether mallards are moving between the US and Canada during banding operations
Lower Mississippi Flyway Dabbler Tracking
Determining duck locations during hunting seasons and migration
Working Wetlands
Understanding farmers’ perceptions of Delta’s Working Wetlands program
Pintail Harvest and Survival
How does hunting harvest impact duck populations?
Spatiotemporal Variation in Duck Demographic Rates
How environmental change influences duck population dynamics
Has Pintail Production Declined?
Evaluating changes in pintail age structure and sex ratios
Atlantic Flyway Mallard Stable Isotope
Determining the origins of mallards taken by hunters in the east
Canvasback/Redhead Integrated Population Models
Determining needs for management of key diver species
Canvasback Habitat Modeling
Analyzing nest success in relation to habitat variables
Mercury Loading in Nevada Wood Ducks
Demographics of a wood duck population in a mercury superfund site
Large Scale Pacific Flyway Radio Project
Monitoring movements of geese and ducks in the Pacific Flyway
Research Leaders
Over 300 graduate students
More than 600 papers published
Throughout the organization’s storied history, Delta Waterfowl has amassed an impressive body of research that includes supporting more than 300 graduate students and publishing 600 peer-reviewed scientific papers. Delta’s research has profoundly influenced how waterfowl, wetlands and annual harvest are managed. It has also provided biologists, technicians and young scientists with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and guidance to become leaders in waterfowl and wetland conservation. We are extremely proud that many of Delta’s former students are working for government and non-government agencies, as well as universities. Delta Waterfowl’s important waterfowl and wetland research is made possible by you — our generous donors, members and volunteers. We deeply appreciate your support.
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