Active Research from Hawk Mountain
Hawk Mountain is an international center for raptor conservation, and works in collaboration with colleagues, and by supporting the ongoing work of our talented trainees and graduate students.
Hawk Mountain research programs are headquartered at the Acopian Center where the professional team develops and conducts integrated programs in research, monitoring and education. Programs are local to international in scope and follow a work plan set forth by the Hawk Mountain Science Advisors Committee.
Explore the links below to learn more about Hawk Mountain's various conservation efforts.
- Long-term MonitoringHawk Mountain's North Lookout is home to the world's longest running raptor migration count.
- Raptor Conservation StudiesHawk Mountain scientists work locally to globally, researching raptors of many regions to better understand and protect them.
- On-site StudiesThe Sanctuary is an ideal site for long-term monitoring of non-raptor species, as well.
- Land ConservationProtecting habitat is an important part of conserving raptors, songbirds, and non-avian species.
- Satellite TrackingSanctuary scientists use satellite tracking methods to monitor species as they move and migrate.
- Global CollaborationsHawk Mountain scientists collaborate with researchers from around the world to broaden our conservation impact.
To help support this important research, please contact Director of Conservation Science Dr. Laurie Goodrich (570-943-3411 x106, [email protected]) or donate today using the button below. Be sure to include in the comments of the form that the online gift is for scientific research.