What is seabird band?

Seabird banding, also known as bird ringing, is a critical tool used by scientists and conservationists to study seabird populations and behavior. This involves attaching a small metal or plastic band with a unique identification number to a bird's leg. When the bird is sighted or recaptured, researchers can collect valuable information such as migration patterns, population trends, behavior, and survival rates. This information helps inform conservation efforts and better understand the threats that seabirds face such as habitat loss, climate change, and overfishing. Seabird banding is often done on remote islands and can be a challenging and rewarding fieldwork experience for researchers.