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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · 13d

Every #GlobalBigDay I try to get one new lifer. The opportunity presented itself with a Tropical Kingbird on Deer Isle, ME! Lifer 436 #birding

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daniel s. @self.agency · Apr 8

in case you're wondering, "what's the harm in claiming an extinct species has been brought back from the dead" when it most certainly has not, our interior secretary is already using it to justify taking animals off the endangered species list

The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is to work with others to “conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.”

The Department of the Interior is excited about the potential of “de-extinction” technology and how it may serve broader purposes beyond the recovery of lost species, including strengthening biodiversity protection efforts and helping endangered or at-risk species.

The Endangered Species List has become like the Hotel California: once a species enters, they never leave. In fact, 97 percent of species that are added to the endangered list remain there. This is because the status quo is focused on regulation more than innovation.

It’s time to fundamentally change how we think about species conservation. Going forward, we must celebrate removals from the endangered list - not additions. The only thing we’d like to see go extinct is the need for an endangered species list to exist. We need to continue improving recovery efforts to make that a reality, and the marvel of “de-extinction” technology can help forge a future where populations are never at risk.

Since the dawn of our nation, it has been innovation – not regulation – that has spawned American greatness. The revival of the Dire Wolf heralds the advent of a thrilling new era of scientific wonder, showcasing how the concept of “de-extinction” can serve as a bedrock for modern species conservation.

The Dire Wolf revival carries profound cultural significance as it embodies strength and courage that is deeply encoded within the DNA of American identity and tribal heritage.

Breakthroughs of this nature will inspire leading minds and future generations of innovators to chase the impossible, capture it, and unleash its potential!

The Department of the Interior looks forward to a vibrant future full of innovation that advances core missions such as wildlife conservation.

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Ashley Reynolds, Cat Lady PhD @ashleyreynolds.ca · Apr 7

Me @ The New Yorker right now 🧪

Meme of Anakin and Padme from Attack of the Clones.

Panel 1, Anakin: This billionaore-owned company brought back the dire wolf!

Panel 2, Padme: Oh cool, what did independent scientists have to say about it?

Panel 3, Anakin is silently staring.

Panel 4, Padme: ...You interviewed independent scientists, right?

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 30

I have lately been getting much more involved in community outreach! I helped run the tables at the Eastern Maine Sportsman Conference and the Maine Science Festival this month.

I have been so busy, but I hope to get back into sharing update on my research and engaging with others in the field here

Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 30

This February, I presented my proposal for my master's thesis, which I look forward to sharing more about here as time goes on.

I'm currently putting together an ARU survey protocol we hope to implement this summer.

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 30

I also was able to add quite a few bird and mammal lifers, some highlights being elk, American pika, Short-tailed Weasel, and an American Dipper.

In total, I got 9 bird lifers!

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 30

It's been some time since I've been on here so it's about time I share some updates of these past 6 months!

In October, I went to the AOS conference in Colorado. It was an incredible experience. I presented my undergraduate research and learned a lot which I've applied towards my current research.

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Sep 29

I also set up Song Meter Minis to collect more data and am experimenting with them to assess their use in forest bird surveys going forward.

I've been quite busy with my research, Teaching Assistant responsibilities, and coursework, but I'm looking forward to where these next two years take me!

Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Sep 29

In less than a month, I went from hot, humid Florida grasslands to cool, buggy Maine woods.

This summer, I surveyed transects in various silvicultural treatments on different properties across the state, all of which have collaboration with the Cooperative Forestry Research Unit.

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Sep 29

As I've been away from Bluesky, I've realized I've never shared my exciting news...

I'm pursuing a MS at the University of Maine!

I'm currently studying birds as ecological indicators for different forest management activities in Maine.

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · May 24

On my second to last day of work in Florida and searching for this nest specifically for almost a week...I finally found it today! My first Florida Grasshopper Sparrow nest I found on my own.
Good luck little ones. I'll be rooting for this nest a thousand miles away.

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · May 24

Spot on!

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · May 18

Excited to share I will be at #AOS24! This is the first science conference I have ever been to, aside from one day events, and I'm presenting a poster! I am super excited to get to learn more, meet new people, and do some birding in Colorado.

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · May 17

Accidentally found my first Common Nighthawk nest today! Can you spot the eggs and the parent?
#birds

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · May 15

I have some exciting news to share in these upcoming weeks. I'm leaving Florida early to pursue an incredible opportunity back in Maine!
While I've enjoyed the birds of Florida, I am excited to get to work with the forests and songbirds of the northeast again.

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · May 15

As Bluesky doesn't yet support video, I had to post this to Twitter.
Last night, I had the opportunity to participate in a Florida Bonneted Bat emergence survey and got a video of them emerging from their roost.
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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · May 9

Checked in on a Florida Grasshopper Sparrow nest and had four little faces looks right back up to me!

These four nestlings are at least 7 days old, meaning they may fledge any day now. They grow quite fast!

Four Florida Grasshopper Sparrow nestlings in a nest

Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Apr 18

For the first time, my research got accepted for a poster presentation at a conference and I'm so excited but also incredibly nervous. I'm hoping I can gather the funds and time off to go!

Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 31

A nervous, young raccoon found their way into the office dumpster the other day. We provided a rake to help them get out and even after making their way out, they were too scared to jump down! They eventually climbed down and waddled away.
#wildlifephotography #mammal #florida

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 6

The Florida dry prairie isn't looking very dry...

The combination of El Niño and a storm last night left what should be a dry, sandy ground flooded. From the sounds of it, it's been unusual weather this year.

Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 6

I will be helping out with territory mapping, nest searching and protection, and release of captive-reared sparrows. I'll also be helping out occasionally with some of the other threatened and endangered species projects.
I look forward to sharing what I get to see and do!

Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 6

Excited to finally share where I will be spending my spring and summer field season...
I'm a Seasonal Research Technician at Archbold Biological Station assisting in Florida Grasshopper Sparrow monitoring and conservation as a part of their Conservation of Military Landscapes project!

Florida Grasshopper Sparrow male perched on a Lyonia fruticosa

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Mar 1

Too excited to not share my first lifer of the year and #402: Tundra Swan!

I stopped by Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck NWR where there is a wintering colony. I spotted over 50 swans during my morning there!

Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Feb 7

It's really exciting to be able to contribute more to the library and I hope that as I go to new places, I can continue to obtain media and information in the species we're lacking.

You can see all the audio recordings I obtained while on Midway here!

Media Search - Macaulay Library and eBird

Explore millions of photos, audio recordings, and videos of birds and other animals; powered by Macaulay Library and eBird. The Macaulay Library collects, archives, and distributes wildlife media for research, education, and conservation.

media.ebird.org

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Percy Ulsamer @percyulsamer.bsky.social · Feb 7

I obtained a few others on the list as well including the Bonin Petrel (1 of 9 in library) search.macaulaylibrary.org/catalog?sear...
and Christmas Shearwater (1 of 2) search.macaulaylibrary.org/catalog?sear...

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