Birdchick Podcast: #65 Eagles and Window Strikes

Interesting...do satellite transmitters harm birds? Bald eagle rehabbed by The Raptor Center was banded and the band was recovered, giving a clue as to how birds fare post wildlife rehab.

Bald eagle that was injured and is now used for public programs flies into a window at a football stadium causing public outcry from animal rights groups and highlights how dangerous windows are.

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Meanwhile San Fransisco approves guidelines for new construction to include bird friendly.

Terre Haute, Indiana has a Crow Committee.

Ducks Unlimited is asking hunters to purchase 2 Duck Stamps this year.  Will birders purchase 1?