Small city greenspaces, such as neighborhood parks and gardens, are becoming increasingly more important for wildlife conservation and city residents as cities are being more crowded. Many observational studies have determined what kind of greenspace features are linked to urban biodiversity and resident use; however, experimental research has been limited in determining the direct effects of greening a plot of land. To test this impact, I have paired with Mahan Rykiel Associates on "Project Birdland" at the Anthem Arboretum at Francis Scott Key Elementary & Middle School in Baltimore, Maryland. This schoolyard greening project will assess bird community diversity, nesting activity (via natural nesting and nest boxes with various designs), and schoolchildren’s perception of wildlife and nature.
For more information, please visit: https://www.projectbirdland.org/
Collaborators: Isaac Hametz (Mahan-Rykiel), Bess Caplan (Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies), and many others!
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For more information, please visit: https://www.projectbirdland.org/
Collaborators: Isaac Hametz (Mahan-Rykiel), Bess Caplan (Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies), and many others!
Publications:
- Come back soon! Articles are in the works!
Articles in the News:
- August, 2017: CBS Baltimore "Baltimore School Builds Outdoor Habitat for Endangered Birds" Video
- August, 2017: Project Birdland had its Community Build Day! We planted over 3,000 shrubs, perennials, grasses, and trees, and installed two nest boxes at Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School! Baltimore Sun Article