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At PHSS we are committed to research that seeks a better understanding
of seabirds. Our past research efforts have included serologic profiles
(identifying the properties of the blood's serum)
and sexual dimorphism (identifying physical differences in shape between
male & female) of Brown Pelicans conducted in conjunction with
the University of Miami.Currently, we are working under permission from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) to study the post release success of rehabilitated pelicans. This research effort is part of our ongoing initiative to contribute to a better understanding of pelican ecology. Current Research In May we began a survey of lead accumulation in South Florida's brown pelicans. This research project is an important step to identifying emerging threats to Florida's brown pelican population. This project is funded in large part by a grant from the Project AWARE Foundation. Cooperative Research We often partner with other facilities, government agencies or educational institutions to complete cooperative research. We are in a unique position to provide field data collection to researchers studying migratory birds. If you are a researcher seeking help with data collection, you can contact our executive director to discuss your needs. The Seabird Station's involvement in field data collection is at the discretion of our executive director. We will not participate in research that does not comply with all applicable local, state & federal laws. We exist only for the protection of seabirds. Therefore, our research protocols stress the safe and gentle handling of each individual bird. We do not participate in animal testing and all of our research is pre-approved by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC) and the United States Fish & Wildlife Service (USFW). |