What goes thump at night: managing bird-strike in South Georgia
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Darwin Plus
VALUE £95,392
WHERE South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands
Summary
Seabird population declines on South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (SGSSI) may be attributed to factors including bird-strike: the collision of birds in flight with vessels resulting in physical injury or death. Currently, however, factors leading to bird-strike and the magnitude of the problem, are poorly understood. This project will develop bird-strike reporting systems for vessels operating in SGSSI Maritime Zones. This will ensure practical, standardised data collection and robust analysis to inform management practises of the Government of SGSSI.
