PERSPECTIVES ON MIGRATORY CONNECTIVITY

The previous two chapters present detailed case studies describing the connectivity in two Nearctic-Neotropical migratory songbirds, the American Redstart (Setophaga ruticilla) and the northern yellow warbler (Dendroica petechia; group aestiva). Using different approaches, these studies demonstrate...

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Published in:	The Auk Vol. 123; no. 4; p. 79
Main Authors:	Norris, D Ryan, Wunder, Michael B, Boulet, Marylène
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Waco American Ornithological Society 01-01-2006
Subjects:	Birds Case studies Genetic markers Migratory birds Mitochondrial DNA Population Probability Songbirds Statistical methods Tissues Winter
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Summary:	The previous two chapters present detailed case studies describing the connectivity in two Nearctic-Neotropical migratory songbirds, the American Redstart (Setophaga ruticilla) and the northern yellow warbler (Dendroica petechia; group aestiva). Using different approaches, these studies demonstrate how multiple sources of information and assignment techniques can be combined to reveal broad patterns of connectivity between breeding, wintering, and migration periods. Here, we summarize the results of these studies and briefly discuss whether these tools can be applied to other systems. We also explicitly address the assumptions, limitations, and potential sources of variation in these approaches. Next, we discuss how patterns of connectivity can be used to advance our understanding of population dynamics and make sound conservation decisions. Finally, we outline a few key ideas for future projects that we believe would make significant contributions to improving our ability to link migratory populations, placing emphasis on projects that would be suitable for graduate students interested in pursuing research in this field. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:	2732-4613