The First Tracking Data for Juvenile Hudsonian Whimbrels 

A new study led by Manomet scientists is shedding light on one of the most remarkable journeys in the bird world: the migration of the Hudsonian Whimbrel (Numenius phaeopus hudsonicus). The paper draws on satellite transmitter data from juvenile Whimbrels tagged on Cape Cod to trace their first southbound flights. By fitting these young shorebirds with small devices that transmit their locations via satellite, researchers established migratory connections between Cape Cod and key stopover and wintering sites across the Americas. 

Where do these juveniles go—and why is it important to find out?

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New Publication: Fishers Offer Critical Insights into a Changing Gulf of Maine

In Maine, the lobster fishery is the backbone of the coastal economy—accounting more than for almost three-quarters of the state’s marine-fishery value. But as ocean waters continue to warm, lobster populations may move farther north, creating uncertainty for thousands of livelihoods tied to this single species.

Manomet and partners at Northeastern University and the University of Victoria interviewed lobster fishers in Maine and Massachusetts to document their observations and perceptions of shifting food web dynamics in the Gulf of Maine. Fishers described seeing new species in their traps, noticing shifts in when and where familiar species appear, and grappling with regulations that often prevent them from landing or selling these “new arrivals.” They reported knowledge on over 35 species, as well as complex interactions impacted by warming water and changing species' abundance. This knowledge is invaluable to our understanding of how marine ecosystems are changing and can help inform key management decisions.

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Bird-A-Thon 2025: A Day for Birds, Science, and Community

This year’s Bird-A-Thon was one for the books! For the first time since its inception, more than 150 visitors joined us at Manomet for a full day of birding, discovery, and connection. From meeting the banding lab crew to exploring our nature trails, guests experienced firsthand how science and community come together to protect birds and their habitats.

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Uncharted Currents: Shorebird Conservation in the Amazon

In September 2025, partners from across the Americas joined Brazilian colleagues for a journey along the central Amazon. This marked the third year of the Amazon Shorebird Workshop—an immersive expedition to learn, exchange knowledge, and celebrate the unique habitats that sustain shorebirds in the Amazon Basin.

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Manomet Announces Awardees: Small Grants for Neotropical Shorebird Conservation 2025

The Small Grants seek to generate tangible benefits for Neotropical shorebird species and populations, with special emphasis on sites within the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network (WHSRN) and those that could qualify for this designation. The program also aims to strengthen the technical capacity of young professionals starting their careers in conservation across Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet Conservation Sciences Wins Sixth Design Challenge Grant for “H2Whoa! Hydroengineers at Work"

We’re thrilled to share that the Wade Institute for Science Education at Manomet and the Hitchcock Center for the Environment have been awarded a competitive Massachusetts STEM Week Design Challenge Grant! 

This fall, our joint challenge “H2Whoa! Hydroengineers at Work” will bring real-world engineering into classrooms across the Commonwealth. Designed for grades 5–8, the program engages students in solving real problems like drought and water pollution using nature-inspired innovation. From professional development workshops to classroom kits and hands-on investigations, we’re equipping teachers and students to dive into STEM learning with purpose and creativity.

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CECAM 2025 Congress



During the CECAM 2025 Congress in Ensenada, Mexico, Juanita Fonseca, Shrimp and Shorebirds Conservation Specialist, presented the educational resource “Discovering Shorebirds” from WHSRN-Manomet at the Bird Festival. Children and young people enjoyed interactive activities that brought them closer to the fascinating world of shorebirds. 


Plymouth Beach Trip



Our team enjoyed a beautiful evening at Plymouth Beach, where Lisa Schibley, Manomet’s ISS North America Coordinator, led a shorebird count as part of the International Shorebird Survey. Joining her in the field were bird banders Grace Whitten and Michelle Winfield, along with Andrea Ferreira, Manomet’s Science Communications Manager. As the sun set, they were treated to amazing views of Red Knots, Black-bellied Plovers, and Short-billed Dowitcher feeding along the shoreline.