Harpy Eagle Hack Site Volunteer
2008
The Peregrine Fund is a nonprofit organization working to conserve birds of prey and their habitats worldwide. Successful applicants will be provided with the rare opportunity to monitor and look after young Harpy Eagles prior to and after they are released in the forests of Panama or Belize.
Specific Responsibilities
- Monitor, feed, radio track, and ensure the well being of young Harpy Eagles during the entire process of release
- Communicate with Raptor Release Coordinator and local
partners on a regular basis
- Keep detailed field notes of the eagles’ behavior, movement patterns, interactions with other species, etc.
Qualifications and Experience
- Biologist or biology student with basic Neotropical
flora and fauna knowledge
- Knowledge in raptor biology and ecology desirable
- Knowledge of radio tracking techniques, use of GPS, compass,
and maps, and experience with four-wheel-drive vehicles is
desirable
- Willingness to live and work in remote, rugged areas with snakes, biting insects, etc.
- Capable of walking long distances in extreme weather
conditions (heat, humidity, and rain)
- Fluency in written and spoken English or Spanish
- Willing to commit to the release project a minimum of
six months
- Understanding of and commitment to The Peregrine Fund's
mission and approach to raptor conservation
Compensation:
- Accommodation (may be only a tent) and board will be
provided
- Training in behavioral data collection, radio tracking
techniques, compass and GPS usage
- Appropriate recognition in scientific papers and personal
references
- Volunteer is expected to cover his/her travel costs
- Great field experience and the opportunity to work in pristine Neotropical
rainforest and reintroduce an endangered species into the wild
Send cover letter, resume, and names and contact information of three
references to:
Raptor Release Coordinator
The Peregrine Fund/ Fondo Peregrino
PTY 3150
10000 NW 25th St Unit #1
Miami, FL 33172
USA
Or by E-mail: fpp@fondoperegrino.org
The Peregrine Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Please no telephone calls.
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