The History of Ducks: Ancient Times to Modern Day
The History of Ducks: Ancient Times to Modern Day Greer Smith December 8, 2023 Have you ever wondered where waterfowl come from or how long they’ve inhabited our planet? In this post, we reveal the history of ducks and their evolution. As we all continue to be intrigued with behavioral actions such as ‘preening’ for […]
Top 10 Ways to Help with Duck Conservation
Top 10 Ways to Help with Duck Conservation Greer Smith November 27, 2023 Duck conservation is of utmost importance, as these waterfowl play a vital role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems and hold substantial value for humans. With over 130 species worldwide, ducks have captured the attention of every passionate birder. However, it is […]
Top 5 Benefits of Ducks: How Preservation Empowers Local Communities
Top 5 Benefits of Ducks: How Preservation Empowers Local Communities Greer Smith November 27, 2023 Ducks, our unassuming aquatic companions, harbor astonishing mysteries that set them apart from other avian species. Whether it’s their graceful glide across tranquil waters or their remarkable ability to remain vigilant while asleep, ducks continually captivate with their hidden wonders. […]
IBOC 2023
International Bird Observatory Conference 2023 IBOC 2023 Greer Smith November 13, 2023 The International Bird Observatory Conference (IBOC) in Veracruz, Mexico, was recently hosted by a team of avian conservation stalwarts: Manuel Grosselet and his wife Georgita Ruiz, along with Alan Monroy-Ojeda from Tierra De Aves, and Miguel Matta from Environment for the Americas. Building […]
The Importance of Bottomland Hardwood Forests for Waterfowl Conservation
The Importance of Bottomland Hardwood Forests for Waterfowl Conservation Greer Smith October 4, 2023 One of the lesser well known habitats essential to waterfowl habitat and sustainability are bottomland hardwood forests and their indispensable role in waterfowl conservation. These unique ecosystems, known as deciduous forested wetlands, thrive along river bottoms and experience seasonal flooding. You […]
Why 50 Ducks? A Pirogue Ride
Why 50 Ducks? A Pirogue Ride Greer Smith August 21, 2023 Greer Smith (Right) and Brother Sam Since its inception, many people have asked me why I started 50 Ducks. While I do not have the expertise of the head biologist at Ducks Unlimited nor the resume of a globetrotting waterfowl chaser like Ramsey Russell […]
Wet Feet and Mexican Ducks
Wet Feet and Mexican Ducks Greer Smith July 25, 2023 With the imminent launch of 50 Ducks and the forthcoming banding of our first flock of ducks, we can feel the excitement in the air. The time ahead is filled with necessary preparations as we’re persistently troubleshooting our website and fine-tuning our platform to ensure […]
BWT 79-Day Update
BWT 79-Day Update Greer Smith June 23, 2023 After a 31-day stopover in North Texas, our beloved Blue-winged Teal, fondly known as Fat Daddy, has reappeared in Boise, Oklahoma. Upon his return to cellular network range, we are now able to dive deep into his movement data from the past month. Our dear friend and […]
Headed North!
Headed North! Greer Smith May 17, 2023 Over the past 42 days, we’ve been tracking two Blue-winged Teal, banded 20 miles west of Mexico City. For the initial 36 days, “Fat Daddy,” one of the Teal, demonstrated a localized movement pattern, traveling a total of 54 miles. For a detailed analysis of this early movement, […]
Tracking the Movement of Two Blue-Winged Teal in April of 2023: A Detailed Analysis
Tracking the Movement of Two Blue-Winged Teal in April of 2023: A Detailed Analysis Greer Smith May 1, 2023 In our inaugural month of waterfowl tracking, we closely monitored the movements of two GPS-tagged Blue-winged Teal. Both waterfowl’s movements are illustrated in the attached images. At first glance, it might seem that Duck 1 traveled […]
