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Research

We monitor the populations of all bird species in Switzerland and their development, investigate the lifestyles and requirements of endangered bird species and research bird migration.

Units

Monitoring

We monitor the distribution and populations of birds throughout the country.

Monitoring

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Status of bird species

We analyse and assess the situation and development of bird life in Switzerland.

Status of bird species

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Ecological research

We investigate the diverse interactions of birds with their environment, from individual settlement behaviour to species ...

Ecological research

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Population Trends

We study bird populations and their spatial and temporal changes, which are influenced by survival, reproduction and dis ...

Population Trends

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Human Impact

We want to understand how human influences affect the well-being, behaviour and individual fitness of birds.

Human Impact

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Migration research

We research migratory birds from their breeding grounds to Africa and lay the foundations for their protection beyond na ...

Migration research

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Applied research

We test and evaluate new methods to support endangered bird species.

Applied research

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