DESCRIPTION:
Located near Jekyll Island's famous south beach, this bird banding station is situated in the midst of sand dunes and scrub forest. Each October hundreds of migrating birds are captured in mist nets at this site. Captured birds include over 20 species of warblers. Birds are banded, aged, sexed, and measured. Scientists use data from JIBS to help understand migration patterns and population trends. Participants in the trip will have the opportunity to observe the removal of birds from nets, the measuring and banding, and possibly be able to release a bird. Lunch will not be provided.
BIRDS:
Close-up views of neotropical migrants and island resident
passerines
Trip Rigor: Easy - 0.5
mile walk
Recommended
Needs: Water, snacks, insect repellent, sun protection.
Your
Leaders:
A three-person team consisting of Chris and Jan Pitman and Charles Ratliff operates the Jekyll Island Banding Station (JIBS). Chris and Jan first volunteered at JIBS in 1991 and have been volunteering every year since. Chris acquired a Master Bander permit from the USGS Bird Banding Laboratory in 2000 after previously holding a sub-permit under Master Bander Doris Cohrs. The operation of JIBS transitioned over to this team in 2000 and 2001 allowing the continuation of the station. 2005 marks the 29th year of banding neo-tropical migrants at JIBS.
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