Research: Avian Wildlife

Like their avian counterparts, scientists come from around the world to conduct research in Denali National Park. Explore the sections below to learn more about studies focused on the park's incredible birds.
 
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Songbird Monitoring

Discover why tiny songbirds across interior Alaska have been studied since the early 1990's and the important role they play.

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Canada Jays

Explore how Canada jays survive year-round in Denali's harsh environment and how they may indicate changes in climate.

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Critical Connections

The Critical Connections Program is an effort to expand our knowledge about the year-round needs of migratory wildlife in National Parks.

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Trumpeter Swans

This incredible swan species came back from near-extinction. See how Denali scientists continue to identify threats to their future.

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Gyrfalcons

Learn more about the world's largest falcon and how Denali scientists are exploring their unique life cycles.

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Critical Connections

Join Denali researchers in learning about where, when, and how migratory birds travel around the world.

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Golden Eagles

Find out why golden eagles are monitored across interior Alaska as an important vital sign of ecosystem health.

Last updated: June 3, 2019

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PO Box 9
Denali Park, AK 99755

Phone:

907 683-9532
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