Black Swamp Bird Observatory proudly presents:
The 16th Annual Ohio Young Birders Conference
The 16th Annual Ohio Young Birders Conference
Join us for the 16th Annual Ohio Young Birders Conference!
November 2, 2024
This year's event will be held at:
Aullwood's Charity A. Krueger Farm Discovery Center
9101 Frederick Pike
Dayton, OH 45414
8:00am-4:00pm
Students $10
Adults $20
Family $50
Registration includes access to student presentations, bird banding demonstration,
field trip, Kaufman Bird ID Quiz, catered lunch, raffles and door prizes giveaways!
November 2, 2024
This year's event will be held at:
Aullwood's Charity A. Krueger Farm Discovery Center
9101 Frederick Pike
Dayton, OH 45414
8:00am-4:00pm
Students $10
Adults $20
Family $50
Registration includes access to student presentations, bird banding demonstration,
field trip, Kaufman Bird ID Quiz, catered lunch, raffles and door prizes giveaways!
2024 Keynote Speakers
Coralie RossbacH
Ruby-throated Hummingbird Migration
The Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds’ migration across the Gulf of Mexico is an amazing natural phenomenon, undeniably one of the most impressive bird migrations to take place each year. The hummingbirds’ migratory success may be dependent on many factors, including weather patterns, which are shifting due to climate change. Coralie’s research explores this relationship, and how it could affect the long-term success of this migration.
The Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds’ migration across the Gulf of Mexico is an amazing natural phenomenon, undeniably one of the most impressive bird migrations to take place each year. The hummingbirds’ migratory success may be dependent on many factors, including weather patterns, which are shifting due to climate change. Coralie’s research explores this relationship, and how it could affect the long-term success of this migration.
Diya Balagopal
Leveraging Social Media Analytics to Monitor Avian Collisions
Bird collisions with buildings and windows pose a significant threat to avian populations worldwide. Many people often post on social media about bird collisions, but the lack of monitoring systems results in valuable data going unnoticed. To augment present data collection methods, we present a novel approach leveraging social media data, such as Twitter, to monitor bird collision incidents. Our project involves the development of a data harvesting program designed to collect and analyze tweets related to bird collisions, alongside a Twitter bot that automatically retweets relevant tweets, directing users to resources for assistance. Both utilize specific keywords and hashtags associated with bird collisions to filter relevant tweets. The program extracts information such as the content, date, time, and any available images related to the incident.The collected data are then processed and compiled into a CSV file available for research organizations and avian conservationists to use. Our project aims to achieve several primary findings, including insights into spatial and temporal patterns of bird collisions, increased community engagement and participation in bird conservation efforts, and the development of enhanced conservation strategies through the analysis of collected data. The Twitter bot's page has amassed a multitude of tweets about bird collisions and is currently being updated to improve functionality and accessibility. Efforts are being taken to develop an Artificial Intelligence reply bot to respond to these tweets and expand our data sources to include platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and NextDoor. This project that leverages social media as a data source has the potential to complement existing data collection methods and empower communities to actively participate in bird conservation initiatives through a previously untapped data repository.
Bird collisions with buildings and windows pose a significant threat to avian populations worldwide. Many people often post on social media about bird collisions, but the lack of monitoring systems results in valuable data going unnoticed. To augment present data collection methods, we present a novel approach leveraging social media data, such as Twitter, to monitor bird collision incidents. Our project involves the development of a data harvesting program designed to collect and analyze tweets related to bird collisions, alongside a Twitter bot that automatically retweets relevant tweets, directing users to resources for assistance. Both utilize specific keywords and hashtags associated with bird collisions to filter relevant tweets. The program extracts information such as the content, date, time, and any available images related to the incident.The collected data are then processed and compiled into a CSV file available for research organizations and avian conservationists to use. Our project aims to achieve several primary findings, including insights into spatial and temporal patterns of bird collisions, increased community engagement and participation in bird conservation efforts, and the development of enhanced conservation strategies through the analysis of collected data. The Twitter bot's page has amassed a multitude of tweets about bird collisions and is currently being updated to improve functionality and accessibility. Efforts are being taken to develop an Artificial Intelligence reply bot to respond to these tweets and expand our data sources to include platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and NextDoor. This project that leverages social media as a data source has the potential to complement existing data collection methods and empower communities to actively participate in bird conservation initiatives through a previously untapped data repository.
2024 Chapter Speakers
Matthew Rice
Central Chapter Matthew will be discussing his birding experiences in Costa Rica while attending a Hog Island Audubon Camp.
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Sophie Black
Southwest Chapter Sophie will explore how birds thermoregulate, why they thermoregulate, and temperate regulations at the different stages of life.
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Killian Sullivan
Central Chapter As a twelve-year-old birder, it feels like I have an eternity to see the birds of North America. Yet the reality is that many bird populations are declining, making the quest to see them more urgent. When I first read Joe Lowe’s article, 'The Five Rarest Birds of the Continental U.S.,' it felt like I had found a treasure map guiding me toward future adventures and amazing birds. In this talk, I will explore these species, their challenges, conservation efforts, and my personal journeys to see each one.
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Joel Stiver
Northwest Tri-State Chapter A comeback in the making for decades, hard-working conservation teams and organizations have finally turned the Piping Plover’s future around for the better. After trial and error, these teams and partnerships have narrowed down the most effective methods and are putting them in use today. While still facing many challenges in this harsh world, the Piping Plover is writing a success story that will be remembered for generations.
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Skylar Pasatta
Northeast Chapter From razor sharp talons to slender, probing beaks, the tools that birds have at their disposal are complex, captivating, and a little odd. For example, looking closely at the beak reveals how it reflects a bird’s environment, feeding habits, and evolutionary strategies. In addition, examining the diverse adaptations of the feet shows how these remarkable structures help birds thrive in their environments. Whether you’re a full-time bird nerd or simply curious about nature, anyone can appreciate these avian features.
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Mason Cunningham
Northwest Chapter In December of 2023 I was able to travel with my mom and sister to Uganda. We attended the International Conference for Women Birders, which was a very powerful and inspirational event. Afterwards I was lucky to get to explore the beautiful country of Uganda and photograph many different birds and mammals. It was an experience I will never forget!
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Our 2024 Sponsors
Helping to fledge the next generation of birders!
Great Egret Level ($2,500+)
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Black-necked Stilt Level ($1,000+)
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Wood Duck Level ($500+)
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White-throated Sparrow Level ($250)
Northern Cardinal Level ($100+)
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