World Seabird Union launches a new website experience
This February, the World Seabird Union (WSU) unveiled an enhanced website designed to be a global hub for all things seabird conservation.
Author: Wieteke Holthuijzen
Join PSG’s new email list!
Did you know that the Pacific Seabird Group (PSG) maintains an email list for information exchange about Pacific seabirds?
The Ornithological Council: who we are and how we can help you
You may know that PSG is a member of the Ornithological Council—but, do you know what the OC actually does and how it can help you in your career?
Michael Philip Harris (1939-2023)
On December 17th, 2023, the world lost one of its great seabird ornithologists when Mike Harris died aged 84.
Dear Baby Heron
A creative writing piece by Lakea Lin.
Paid Scientist: Assistant Project Biologist (CA)
The Common Murre Restoration Project is seeking an Assistant Project Biologist to assist the Lead Biologist with aspects of a long-term monitoring study of breeding seabirds including Common Murre, Brandt’s Cormorant, Pelagic Cormorant, Western Gull, Black Oystercatcher, and Pigeon Guillemot along the central California coast. Deadline to apply: June 20, 2024.
Paid Crew Lead: Field Biology Technician (HI)
Maui Nui Seabird Recovery Project is looking for a dedicated and experienced field biologist to support our work protecting and conserving the seabirds of Maui Nui and their breeding habitats. The primary duties of the lead field technician involve overseeing the field crew. Deadline to apply: May 24, 2024.
Senior Executive: Senior Vice-President, Conservation & Policy (Canada)
Birds Canada is seeking a visionary leader who will provide overall strategic policy and conservation direction for the organization and realize expansion opportunities to make a significant impact in applied protection for bird species. Deadline to apply: June 30, 2024.
WbS/PSG 2025 – Award nominations due by July 15, 2024
PSG Past Chair Dick Veit invites your nominations for 2025 recipients of PSG’s Lifetime Achievement Award and Special Achievement Award. These awards will be presented to recipients at the 2025 Joint Meeting of PSG and the Waterbird Society in Costa Rica from January 6-9, 2025.
WbS/PSG 2025 – Call for 2025 Meeting Workshops, Symposia & Round-Tables
The Scientific Program Chairs of the 2025 Waterbird Society & Pacific Seabird Group Joint Meeting are now accepting proposals for workshops, symposia, and round-tables to be held at the meeting in Costa Rica this January 6-9, 2025! Symposia and committee meetings must occur during these dates; workshops may also be held just before or after the conference.
