2024 NATIONAL MEDAL
for Museum and Library Service Finalist

Adults

Beach Nesting Birds: The Birds of Summer (Hybrid)

This presentation will explore the unique biology and behavior of New Jersey's beach nesting shorebirds, including piping plover, least tern, blackskimmers, and American oystercatchers. You will hear about the challenges faced by biologists in trying to protect endangered species on our state's busy tourist-filled beaches, as well as learning about the latest management strategies being implemented and the progress being made towards recovery.