Archives for Terry Rich

There is a serious disconnect between birder interests, the needs for bird conservation, and public policies for bird conservation in the United States. An estimated 45 million Americans feed and/or watch birds. At the same time, 233 species of birds (22% of all native species) need conservation action. Numerous studies have shown long-term declines in the number of hunters, fishers, and other consumptive users. Despite these megatrends, the policies of public agencies – most importantly state wildlife agencies – are fixated on the past. To better respond to evolving public values and bird conservation needs, it is necessary to gain an understanding of the values, motivations, and behaviors of birders.

Now available in the Conservation Resource Library: In “The Scientific Roots of Partners in Flight,” Terry Rich explores the sequence of events and changing attitudes, beginning in 1966, that laid the scientific foundation for Partners in Flight’s launch…

Terry Rich explores the sequence of events and changing attitudes, beginning in 1966, that laid the scientific foundation for Partners in Flight’s launch in 1990. Terry draws on his experience working in bird conservation since 1974 as well as his particular experience as PIF National Coordinator from 2000 to 2014. Terry highlights what has, and what has not, changed in the world of landbird conservation over that time.