Phenology of reproductive behavior of the Sedge Wren in Nebraska
Presenter Type
UNO Undergraduate Student
Major/Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Other
Environmental Science
Advisor Information
UNO Biology Professor
Location
CEC RM #201/205/209
Presentation Type
Poster
Start Date
22-3-2024 2:30 PM
End Date
22-3-2024 3:45 PM
Abstract
The Sedge Wren is a secretive wetland bird with complex patterns of reproductive behavior comprising two nesting periods in different geographic areas. Understanding of when Sedge Wrens are present in Nebraska and their behavior in the region during the breeding season is limited. We began to address this knowledge gap by investigating the presence, song rate, territory formation, and nest building of Sedge Wrens throughout the breeding season at Glacier Creek Preserve. During the study, we conducted point surveys to document song rates and captured, marked, and observed birds to document behavior of individuals. We found that Sedge Wrens were present and singing during two distinct periods at Glacier Creek Preserve. During May, Sedge Wrens were present and singing but were not found forming territories. The wrens then left Glacier Creek Preserve at the end of May and returned in July. During July and August, Sedge Wrens sang, formed territories, and built nests. Our results indicate that Sedge Wrens stop over in this area during spring and return during summer, when they display more reproductive behavior and may attempt to breed.
Phenology of reproductive behavior of the Sedge Wren in Nebraska
CEC RM #201/205/209
The Sedge Wren is a secretive wetland bird with complex patterns of reproductive behavior comprising two nesting periods in different geographic areas. Understanding of when Sedge Wrens are present in Nebraska and their behavior in the region during the breeding season is limited. We began to address this knowledge gap by investigating the presence, song rate, territory formation, and nest building of Sedge Wrens throughout the breeding season at Glacier Creek Preserve. During the study, we conducted point surveys to document song rates and captured, marked, and observed birds to document behavior of individuals. We found that Sedge Wrens were present and singing during two distinct periods at Glacier Creek Preserve. During May, Sedge Wrens were present and singing but were not found forming territories. The wrens then left Glacier Creek Preserve at the end of May and returned in July. During July and August, Sedge Wrens sang, formed territories, and built nests. Our results indicate that Sedge Wrens stop over in this area during spring and return during summer, when they display more reproductive behavior and may attempt to breed.
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