Manomet has a long-standing commitment to the conservation of shorebirds. These remarkable birds face increasing threats from habitat loss, predation, disturbance, and other risks along their hemispheric migration routes.

Over half of all shorebird species show evidence of serious declines over the past 30 years according to the International Shorebird Survey. This is a trend that must be reversed to ensure that stable and self-sustaining populations persist into the future. However, key information is lacking about the threats and environmental conditions that threaten these birds' survival.

Manomet's research projects are aimed at finding answers to these questions, developing scientifically sound solutions to address them, and ensuring that shorebird management and protection programs are developed to implement solutions. Manomet's Shorebird Conservation and Research Program also plays a lead role in implementation of the recommendations in the U.S. Shorebird Conservation Plan, which Manomet spearheaded.

To learn more about Manomet’s work in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and other shorebird research, please click on the Shorebird World banner below.