Gulf of Fonseca: An Important Wintering Site for Shorebirds, with Salvadora Morales

Shorebirds in Delta Estero Real , Golfo de Fonseca: Salvadora Morales

"Shorebirds and shrimp" are one of the best examples when we say that birds connect our worlds. The Gulf of Fonseca, shared by Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua, is Central America’s main shrimp production area; it is also home to several important shorebird sites, including the Delta del Estero Real Shorebird Reserve. At least 40 species of shorebirds use this site during migration and non-breeding season. Learn how shrimp farming has changed the landscape, and how shorebirds coexist in a shrimp farm. See how shrimp consumers in the United States, Canada, and Europe can also contribute to their conservation and management of wintering habitats.

About the presenter:

A native of Nicaragua, bird conservation specialist Salvadora Morales worked in various capacities for 18 years before joining the WHSRN Executive Office and Manomet team in 2019. As a Shorebird Conservation Specialist, she is responsible for exploring opportunities to implement best management practices in shrimp aquaculture and salt production to benefit shorebirds. Salvadora helps coordinate the Migratory Shorebird Project in Central America, in addition to the Central American Waterbird Census, working to promote the conservation, protection, and management of habitat for shorebirds in Central America.

For questions regarding this workshop: lkramer@brooklinebirdclub.org

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