Publication Date
Spring 4-11-2025
Presentation Length
15 minutes
College
Interdisciplinary Studies & Global Education
Department
Honors Program
Student Level
Undergraduate
SPARK Category
Research
Faculty Advisor
Stacy Elliot
SPARK Session
Honors Scholars’ Collaborative VI
Presentation Type
Talk/Oral
Summary
Over the course of 10 weeks our team collected data about bird sightings on Belmont’s campus. Sessions were recorded using eBird and Merlin Bird ID to correctly identify the birds and record accurate numbers. We conducted sessions at 3 different spots on campus, each with differing types and amounts of vegetation and human presence. These sessions were 20 minutes in duration and were conducted twice a week at each location. The data gathered was used to gain a better understanding of the bird trends and demographics on campus. This data was also used for WellCore events in conjunction with the Belmont Bird Club. The goal of this data collection is to gain a broader understanding of bird life on campus so that the Belmont Bird Club can utilize the information for events, student body education, and as evidence for possible changes to campus (i.e. native plant/bird gardens or bird safe glass) for bird safety and prosperity on campus and in the Nashville area.
Recommended Citation
Little, Jeremy T. and Mustaleski, Josiah C., "Bird Observations Across Belmont's Campus" (2025). SPARK Symposium Presentations. 260.
https://repository.belmont.edu/spark_presentations/260
