CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF TROPICAL BIRDS, INC.

Red Siskin -Puerto Rico Project

(Above)The last sighting of an Endangered Red Siskin on the island of Puerto Rico was in 1999. As part of a comprehensive conservation stategy organized by the Smithsonian Institution we are searching for the species on the island. 

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Masked Duck Research

After a suitable capture technique is developed we plan to attach geolocators to Masked Ducks (Below). Over time these devices will record the nomadic movements of this species throughout the Caribbean.

Waterfowl Photos by Mike Morel and Frank Todd         

                         Masked Duck (male)

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                        NEW PROJECT!!!

Muscovy Ducks along the Rio Grande are being studied. Using geolocators we hope to unravel the mystery of their movements. Nestboxes will hopefully increase their numbers on ranches that want to promote bird watching.

Muscovy Ducks along the Rio Grande in Texas. Photos Raul Delgado

Webpage Updated 24 January 2018

Neotropical Studies

The Center for the Study of Tropical Birds, Inc. is a 501c(3) Texas Corporation devoted to bird conservation, research and education in the Neotropics. Our current emphasis has been on the Masked and Muscovy Duck.   

Studies on Masked Ducks include monitoring populations throughout the Caribbean basin as well  targeted studies on their behavior and ecology. 

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(Below) Michael Jones and Jack Eitniear checking infrared cameras at Laguna Cartegena National Wildlife Refuge, Puerto Rico

(Above) Typical Masked Duck habitat in Puerto Rico.

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Coming soon...

Resident Waterfowl of the Neotropical Realm

Text by Jack Eitniear

Artwork by Lynn Delvin

Photos by Frank Todd