With large numbers of birds being rescued, treated, and relocated in the Gulf States as a result of the BP oil gusher, residents along the Gulf Coast are being asked to report any sightings of banded birds.
Some birds that have been affected by the oil are being successfully treated and released back into the wild.
While the birds are often released in the Gulf area, they are released as far as possible from areas affected by the BP oil gusher.
The birds are being fitted with leg bands that provide identifying information to assist Federal scientists in studying the birds after release.
Ultimately, scientists use information gleaned from reports of banded birds to help answer a host of questions. Including How long do formerly oiled birds survive? Where do the birds travel? and Do captured birds return to the area where they were captured?
People who see the birds are asked to report sightings to the National Bird Banding Lab online.
To report a sighting click HERE.
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