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Purple Martin Conservation
United States
Приєднався 27 сер 2012
The Purple Martin Conservation Association is the largest conservation organization devoted to Purple Martins, with over thirty years leading research projects that study and protect the species.
This channel was created to share our knowledge and love of these unique birds. Travel with us through the Amazon, learn how to find a migratory roost using weather radar, and much more! We work with state-of-the-art research using geolocator and GPS data-loggers to collect invaluable information on migratory pathways. Our biologists also design and test products that allow people to become successful landlords that you can purchase from the PMCA Shop!
There are many exciting things happening at the PMCA and many ways to get involved. We invite you to join our community! Together we can work to "ensure the future of Purple Martins."
The Purple Martin Conservation Association is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization headquartered in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (USA).
This channel was created to share our knowledge and love of these unique birds. Travel with us through the Amazon, learn how to find a migratory roost using weather radar, and much more! We work with state-of-the-art research using geolocator and GPS data-loggers to collect invaluable information on migratory pathways. Our biologists also design and test products that allow people to become successful landlords that you can purchase from the PMCA Shop!
There are many exciting things happening at the PMCA and many ways to get involved. We invite you to join our community! Together we can work to "ensure the future of Purple Martins."
The Purple Martin Conservation Association is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization headquartered in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (USA).
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A Purple Martin Nest Story: 2023 Nestcam
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Watch as a nest of Purple Martins at the Purple Martin Conservation Association headquarters in Erie, PA progresses from eggs to fledglings. Our 2023 nestcam family enjoyed a successful breeding season after a rocky start in which most of our oldest resident breeding adults died of cold/starvation during an early spring winter storm. Luckily the nestcam parents arrived after the threat of cold ...
Sounds of a Purple Martin colony
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Enjoy the sights and sounds of a thriving Purple Martin colony as the birds build nests and compete for mates at a PMCA research colony in Erie, PA. Did you know, Purple Martins are 100% reliant on humans for nesting habitat? Learn how you can help at: www.purplemartin.org
Uncovering the Mystery of Purple Martin Migration
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Uncovering the Mystery of Purple Martin Migration Joe Siegrist, Purple Martin Conservation Association The Purple Martin is an aerial insectivore that is experiencing a significant long-term population decline. Much is known about its unique ecology during the breeding season in North America and its complete reliance on human provided nesting cavities for successful nesting. However, the remai...
Tracking migration routes and overwintering locations of the Western Purple Martin
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Tracking migration routes and overwintering locations of the Western Purple Martin Dr. Sarah Rockwell, Klamath Bird Observatory The unique western subspecies of Purple Martin (Progne subis arboricola) is roughly estimated at just 3,500 pairs, and is considered to be of conservation concern. Light-level geolocator studies have revealed that Western Purple Martins appear to use an entirely differ...
Leveraging Social Platforms for Conservation Education-Maya Higa, Alveus Sanctuary
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Leveraging Social Platforms for Conservation Education Maya Higa, Alveus Sanctuary www.alveussanctuary.org/ bio.link/mayahiga @mayahiga @AlveusSanctuary Conservation education is traditionally presented in person. Whether it is at zoos, school programs, special events, or even birthday parties - most of these educational programs are geared towards “IRL” experiences. Maya Higa has spent the las...
Purple Martins and the concern of environmental mercury contamination
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Purple Martins and the concern of environmental mercury contamination Jonathan Branco, University of Sao Paulo Purple Martins (Progne subis) are declining migratory birds that breed in North America and overwinter and complete their molt in South America. The eastern North American subspecies of Purple Martins (P. subis subis) comprises over 90% of all Purple Martins and overwinter and molt in ...
Establishment of eastern Purple Martin colonies within privately owned working forests
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Establishment of eastern Purple Martin colonies within privately owned working forests Dr. Daniel Greene, Weyerhaeuser Many long-distance avian migrants breeding within North America, including the Purple Martin (Progne subis), are entrenched in steep population declines. Loss of breeding habitat, including nesting areas are among the many reasons implicated in these declines. Today, 87% of the...
Updating our knowledge of Purple Martin breeding ecology using nest cameras
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Updating our knowledge of Purple Martin breeding ecology using nest cameras Dr. Heather Williams, University of Buffalo Much of our knowledge about breeding ecology martins (e.g. incubation and provisioning behavior) of purple comes from relatively dated observations of a relatively low number of individuals being observed from outside of nest boxes. The increased availability of nest cameras h...
Tracking Purple Martins across stages of the annual cycle to examine dispersal & foraging behavior
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Tracking Purple Martins across different stages of the annual cycle to examine dispersal and foraging behavior Kristen Lalla, McGIll University kristenlalla13 Kristen’s thesis explored Purple Martin behavior during 3 periods of the annual cycle to better understand the decline of this species, especially in the northeastern population which has experienced more drastic declines. Fir...
Microbe mayhem: The effects of using carbaryl on the microbiome of Purple Martins
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Microbe mayhem: The effects of using carbaryl on the microbiome of Purple Martins
Purple Martins in Brazil: Bridging the knowledge gap
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Purple Martins in Brazil: Bridging the knowledge gap
A new kind of friendship: how humans and Purple Martins benefit from the ecotourism industry
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A new kind of friendship: how humans and Purple Martins benefit from the ecotourism industry
Getting to know the "Wild Martins" of the Sonoran Desert
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Getting to know the "Wild Martins" of the Sonoran Desert
Crank the A/C! Purple Martin house microclimate and its influence on egg and chick survival
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Crank the A/C! Purple Martin house microclimate and its influence on egg and chick survival
A megaroost of Purple Martins in the Amazon
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A megaroost of Purple Martins in the Amazon
Effects of early-life diet & gut microbiome on host resistance to nest parasites in Tree Swallows
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Effects of early-life diet & gut microbiome on host resistance to nest parasites in Tree Swallows
Building a Super Colony of Purple Martin Landlords & Life with a Great Horned Owl
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Building a Super Colony of Purple Martin Landlords & Life with a Great Horned Owl
Dispersal patterns of Purple Martins at the north-western edge of their range
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Dispersal patterns of Purple Martins at the north-western edge of their range
Long-term analysis of persistence and size of swallow and martin roosts in the US Great Lakes
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Long-term analysis of persistence and size of swallow and martin roosts in the US Great Lakes
"This is better than the bats!" magical martin migration in Austin Texas
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"This is better than the bats!" magical martin migration in Austin Texas
Seasonal input of guano & effects on the ecosystem in a “megaroost” of Purple Martins in the Amazon
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Seasonal input of guano & effects on the ecosystem in a “megaroost” of Purple Martins in the Amazon
The snag’s the limit: Western Purple Martin habitat associations
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The snag’s the limit: Western Purple Martin habitat associations
Effects of nestbox characteristics & landlord activities on Purple Martin nestbox occupancy
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Effects of nestbox characteristics & landlord activities on Purple Martin nestbox occupancy
The declining California population of Western Purple Martins: why & how can we assist its recovery?
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The declining California population of Western Purple Martins: why & how can we assist its recovery?
Mismatch between population success & individual occurrence-challenges in modeling for conservation
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Mismatch between population success & individual occurrence-challenges in modeling for conservation
Dude...your volume doesn't work well with your voice
What’s the best kind of camera to film like this? Very cool to watch, thanks for the great content
We've used modified Reolink brand security cameras in the past that we rig to the access cap of the gourd. We will be testing out a different brand this year, and we've seen other hosts have success using other brands of wireless home security cameras. Let us know if you have any other questions!
This was awesome to watch! Thank you for sharing!
As of May 8, 2024… I have approximately 150 purple Martins hanging around my Gourds and houses. I’m offering 187 holes and the colony keeps enlarging every year I feel very fortunate and lucky to have watched it grow from just a few birds 10 years ago
We love to hear that!
Awesome video! Great summertime life cycle, from PM nesting to fledging, and even some predator protection - way cool. Love the PM facts running on the side. What cameras do you use? I can see what my next PM project is going to be ... LOL 😎
We've used modified Reolink brand security cameras in the past that we rig to the access cap of the gourd. We will be testing out a different brand this year, and we've seen other hosts have success using other brands of wireless home security cameras. Let us know if you have any other questions!
😟🥺 oh my! I had to stop the video, is that another bird coming into the nest to harm the babies?! And was that a predatory bird on top at one point before that?! 😭 I can't finish this. But thank you for the beginning peaceful parts. 😔
Yes, sometimes subadult males will try to take over an existing nest - but the female was feisty and fought off many troublemakers! And yes, there was footage in this video of a hawk colliding with the gourd rack! It appears the hawk was going after one of our Purple Martin decoys (which is exactly why we put them out there!) - so the real martins were able to get away. It can be an emotional rollercoaster for sure, but seeing the babies fledge at the end of the season is always rewarding!
This video has allot of potential. Adding dates, times, miles traveled, location (major cities, etc) would've made an immensely greater impact.
Thanks for the feedback!
I sure wish I could help but over 40 years ago the starlings took over the nest box's then 10 years ago it fell down I havnt seen a Martin rounds these parts or a cedar waxing for 25 + yes. Very sad environment round these parts
We hear you! Invasive species like European Starlings are a common problem people deal with when trying to host Purple Martins. We have a lot of resources on our website if you're ever interested in learning more about what you can do to help protect the martins in your area (even if they're few and far between) www.purplemartin.org/purple-martins/competitors/64/non-native/
Great video! What camera did you use and how did you set it up? I’d like to video record one of my gourds this summer. Thanks again.
We've used modified Reolink brand security cameras in the past that we rig to the access cap of the gourd. We will be testing out a different brand this year, and we've seen other hosts have success using other brands of wireless home security cameras. Let us know if you have any other questions!
@@PurpleMartinConservation Thanks. I’ll keep researching. My problem is that my Marin house is 130 ft away and across a road. Prob too far for my home WiFi to reach. I might try a WiFi extender.
Great video folks
Fledglings
I hope I can get this done in time
I am 66 yes old and when I was 5 I remember these birds in my nieghbors yard I a nest box about 20 high I think it held 24 holes they were so cool to watch and listen to but now years later they left and the starlings came and invaded the colony. I would love to reestablish this wonderful bird in my backyard
That sounds like wonderful memories! We'd be happy to help you find the right housing/ways to re-establish your colony site! Reach out to us at 814-833-7656 or questions@purplemartin.org -- and check out our website at www.purplemartin.org
It's like they're smiling at the camera when they look directly at it and pant. So cute!
Seen my first Purple Martin this morning sitting on his house in Central Illinois! Thanks for your information!
If you want your report added to our Scout Arrival Map - make sure to report online at www.purplemartin.org/research/8/scout-arrival-study/ or call in your report at 814-833-7656
You gotta let nature take is way, you can’t intervene in nature if the dragon fly got stuck in the birds mouth so be it. Its mom would’ve seen it and took it out for it. Just my opinion I’m sure many more would agree to not intervene in nature then again u did make these house so they can live in them so you do what u please 🙏🏽.
This is so awesome!! Thanks for all that you’re doing to preserve, protect and educate about Purple Martins. Next time it would be great if it could slow down the fun facts as a few went by too fast to read or cut each other off so couldn’t read at all. Thank you 💜
Thanks for the feedback! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Great work ! Are you all gonna be be putting more housing up to help there population?
We're excited to continue working with our partners for the Western Purple Martins! Expect to see more exciting things in the future!
@@PurpleMartinConservation oh that's exciting 😄 I'm will be ready to hear more news
I can't wait until I get my purple martin house
Any chance you have references or video links for the battery / solar conversion of the song bird magnet?
Not at this time - but stay tuned! We'll share more videos and resources as we have them!
www.amazon.com/WingHome-Battery-Rechargeable-Waterproof-Accessory/dp/B087QFT9DW?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=purplemartinc-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=c373909f4f72ac541f320ecfd81f6c26&camp=1789&creative=9325
we've had luck with this solar battery for trail-cams
Thanks for that I purchased one! Was there an additional cable you needed to purchase? Seems the ones that come with it, none of the ends fit in the power port of the songbird magnet.
@@MobileTyler The cord that comes with the magnet should fit into the port underneath the back cover of the device. If you're still having trouble after you've removed the back cover, you can call the manufacturer Bird-X at 866.827.4822
Do the birds accept cash or check ?
The martins accept most flying insects, but to protect and understand these birds, conserve the habitats crucial to their survival, and help educate the public about their importance, the PMCA accepts either - or more importantly, we accept people's invaluable time and energy to host Purple Martins! You can learn more at www.purplemartin.org
Thank you. Well done. Watched in replay mode.
I loved it! Thanks Joe, Mercedes, and Lydia for sharing all the latest information to help me with my favorite backyard hobby!
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Where can I buy the purple Martin hives, I’m definitely gonna build the Martin house with Hives around it and mild fencing’s to keep owls from getting a quick Jab at them, But where do I buy the Hives
they're commonly called "gourds" and you can buy them and support us at the same time by going to shop.purplemartin.org
I missed out on the live stream this year 😢 But am happy to see that this summer Helen and Zip had this beautiful brood 🥹 Good luck! 🍀 Until next year… 👋
After 5 years with our house up, this year we finally had visitors in NE Ohio but no residents. When you say leave the housing up so the nearby fledgelings can scope out housing options, do you mean raised or just up as in out? We have a T14 and have it lowered now for maintenance and guard installation. Love these live Q&As!
sorry for the confusion, we mean installed. some people take everything in to their garage for the winter!
These eyes, the little babies were cuties :)
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Thank you! I missed the live chat but watching the playback.
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I missed the live chat but watching later i heard ya read my question. Thank you
I use an endoscope to disturb the nest as little as possible when checking nests.
Sorry I missed the "live" - thanks for doing this!!
Great video! Amazing Mom opening the egg!
Awesome collection of the entire nesting season! Great work from Joe and the PMCA staff! Thanks for all you do for Purple Martins and the people that love them!
I love and want to protect these sweet creatures. <3
Nice❤
Beautiful!
Excellent! I am already looking forward to next season and the return of our beloved Purple Martins❤
This is so beautiful. I'm sorry that I missed it with the live chat, but thank you everybody. I hope @sue is better, thank you @Sarah, @Beaz, @PurpleMartinConservationAssociation, thank you everybody. The best for everyone ,for the birdies and all. ☺️ 😢🙏☺️🐦
Another magical year, thanks guys!
Thank you PMC, thank you superSarah!