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Infographics (English)

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a global map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across the Americas and Europe (arrows), and illustrations of bird, bat, and insect species equipped with Motus tags. Three circular diagrams explain the tracking process: animals are tagged, stations collect movement data, and data are processed for research. Two inset maps highlight migration routes over Ontario's Great Lakes in Canada and Europe's North Sea. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.' Birds Canada is credited at the bottom, with a link to motus.org for more information.

Motus network

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. The background features a map of North and Central America with Motus stations (blue dots) and migration pathways (arrows). Illustrations of wildlife equipped with Motus tags include a Swainson's Thrush perched on a branch, a Red Knot bird in flight, and a Monarch Butterfly with its migration route highlighted in an inset map of Ontario's Great Lakes region. The left side shows an illustration of a Motus station with a person standing next to it. The title reads: 'The Motus Wildlife Tracking System: a collaborative research network to track wildlife movement'. The bottom credits Bird Studies Canada and provides a publication reference.

Motus network

An infographic explaining how tracking data reveals migratory decisions made by songbirds. The background features a map of North America with arrows showing migration pathways for nine songbird species. Key illustrations include a Kirtland’s Warbler perched on a branch equipped with a Motus tag, a Motus station with two types of Motus tags, and several birds in flight. The right side highlights key findings: birds departed when atmospheric pressure increased, signaling favorable weather, and 90% initiated migratory flights within 69 minutes after dusk. Graphs illustrate departure probability and timing by species. The title reads: 'Tracking data reveal when and why songbirds begin their massive journeys.' The bottom credits the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center and Birds Canada and includes publication references.

Songbird migration departure

An infographic explaining how Motus has been used to investigate Barn Swallow survival across Southern Ontario. A map of Southern Ontario shows Motus station locations (red dots) and migration pathways (orange dashed lines). Illustrations include a Barn Swallow in flight equipped with a Motus tag, a pop-up Motus station, and 10 swallow icons with 6 crossed out in red to depict survival decline. Key findings include a 78% population decline and a 42% post-fledging survival rate. The title reads: Motus Wildlife Tracking System offers new insights into survival at an unprecedented spatial scale. Text box 1: Using an extensive automated radio tracking array spanning approximately 60,000 km², we measured the post-fledging survival of Barn Swallows for a duration of nearly two months from fledging until migration. Text box 2: The mystery of declining populations Barn Swallows are a species at risk in Canada, and we currently have little idea when and where population bottlenecks are occurring. One possibility is that these bottlenecks occur during the post-fledging period. Text box 3: Low post-fledging survival leaves little room for higher than average mortality on migration or during the winter before population declines would result. Other important findings from this research show that birds that are heavier for their size have higher apparent survival during the post-fledging period and that birds that fledged from first broods had equal apparent survival relative to birds from second broods. The bottom credits Western University, Environment and Climate Change Canada, and Birds Canada, alongside publication references and social media handles.

Barn Swallow survival

An infographic describing how Motus was used to investigate the relationship between fat reserves acquired at stopover sites and the pace of migration in Gray-cheeked Thrushes during their northbound migration. The background features a map of the Americas with Motus stations (blue dots) and migration paths (arrows) from a Colombian stopover site to the Great Lakes Region. Illustrations include a Gray-cheeked Thrush equipped with a Motus tag, a Motus station, and a Motus tag. A graph demonstrates the relationship between departure fuel load and migration pace, showing that higher fuel loads result in faster migration. The title reads: "Fuel load (fat) acquired at a stopover site influences the pace of Gray-cheeked Thrush migration." The bottom includes a publication reference, SELVA's website (www.selva.org.co), and social media handles of project collaborators.

Grey-cheeked Thrush carry-over effects

An infographic explaining why Swainson’s Thrushes migrate separately to molt, highlighting its impact on migration pace and energy levels. A map of North America serves as the background, with illustrations of a Swainson’s Thrush equipped with a Motus tag, and animated icons showing a stopover site in Montreal, Canada and arrows demonstrating southbound movements. The title reads: Why do Swainson’s Thrushes make a separate migration for molting? Text box 1: What is molt migration? After breeding, many birds molt (i.e., replace) their flight feathers in preparation for migration. Since growing new feathers requires a lot of energy, it is usually done during a rest period after breeding and before migration. Molt migrants, however, make a separate migration from their breeding grounds to a new location to molt. These locations may offer extra food or relief from predators. Text box 2: Pros/cons of molt migration? Slower Migration: Molt migrants had longer stopovers and a slower subsequent migration. Save Energy: Molt migrants were able to regain energy at the same rate as non-molt migrants, despite being less active. Text box 3: We found that molt migrants use their Montreal stopover to trade time for energy. In addition, this study highlights the conservation importance of Grand Parc de l’Ouest. Molt migrants spend 1-2 months here during a vulnerable stage of their annual migration. Planting berry bushes, providing cover in yards, and keeping cats indoors can help these visitors stay safe. The bottom credits numerous collaborators like McGill University, Arctic Ecology Lab, NSERC, and Environment and Climate Change Canada and includes a publication reference.

Swainson's Thrush molt migration

n infographic highlighting how Motus has been used to investigate Red Knot migration routes across the Americas. The background features a map of the Americas with Motus stations (blue dots) and migration pathways (arrows) between the Canadian Arctic and South America. Fall migration paths are in orange and spring migration paths are in blue. Illustrations include a Red Knot in flight equipped with a Motus tag emitting signals and a pop-up Motus station. The text is written in both English and Cree to emphasize the importance of collaboration with Indigenous communities in the Eeyou Marine Region. The title reads: MOTUS Wildlife Tracking System - monitoring bird migration. Main text: The Motus Wildlife Tracking System is a research network that uses radio telemetry to study movements of birds and, in some areas, bats and large insects. Motus is a program led by Bird Studies Canada (BSC) in partnership with Acadia University. This Motus tower is one of several towers in the Eeyou Marine Region that operate in collaboration with Nature Canada, the Cree Trappers Association, the Cree Nation Government, and Eeyou Marine Region Wildlife Board. The light-weight transmitters attached to the birds emit a radio signal that can be recorded by the hundreds of Motus stations all across the world. The Motus network aims at gaining more knowledge on migratory birds, such as the Red Knot. This will in turn help identify and address wildlife conservation issues. For more information, please contact the CTA-EMR Wildlife Liaison Officer at (819) 895-2030. Small text box: The Red Knot is an endangered shorebird. Many areas in James Bay provide critical stopover habitat for the Red Knot during its migration. The bottom credits Bird Studies Canada, Nature Canada, Eeyou Marine Region Wildlife Board, Cree Trappers' Association, and other collaborators.

Red Knot migration

An infographic describing how neonicotinoid insecticide exposure affects White-crowned Sparrow migration, fueling, and body condition. The background features a map of the Great Lakes region with Motus stations (green dots) and migration pathways across Lake Ontario (red arrows). Illustrations include a pop-up Motus station and a White-crowned Sparrow perched on a branch equipped with a Motus tag. Three graphs show that exposure to insecticides 1) reduces food consumption, 2) increases weight loss, and 3) delays migration by 3.5 days on average. The title reads: A neonicotinoid insecticide reduces fueling and delays migration in songbirds. Text box: Migration is a critical period and timing matters. Reduced body mass and delayed migration may affect survival and breeding success. This may explain, in part, why farmland and migratory birds are in decline. The bottom credits Bird Studies Canada, University of Saskatchewan, and York University and includes a publication reference.

White-crowned Sparrow migration and insecticides

Infographics (French)

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a global map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across the Americas and Europe (arrows), and illustrations of bird, bat, and insect species equipped with Motus tags. Three circular diagrams explain the tracking process: animals are tagged, stations collect movement data, and data are processed for research. Two inset maps highlight migration routes over Ontario's Great Lakes in Canada and Europe's North Sea. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.' Birds Canada is credited at the bottom, with a link to motus.org for more information.

Motus network

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. The background features a map of North and Central America with Motus stations (blue dots) and migration pathways (arrows). Illustrations of wildlife equipped with Motus tags include a Swainson's Thrush perched on a branch, a Red Knot bird in flight, and a Monarch Butterfly with its migration route highlighted in an inset map of Ontario's Great Lakes region. The left side shows an illustration of a Motus station with a person standing next to it. The title reads: 'The Motus Wildlife Tracking System: a collaborative research network to track wildlife movement'. The bottom credits Bird Studies Canada and provides a publication reference.

Motus network

An infographic describing how neonicotinoid insecticide exposure affects White-crowned Sparrow migration, fueling, and body condition. The background features a map of the Great Lakes region with Motus stations (green dots) and migration pathways across Lake Ontario (red arrows). Illustrations include a pop-up Motus station and a White-crowned Sparrow perched on a branch equipped with a Motus tag. Three graphs show that exposure to insecticides 1) reduces food consumption, 2) increases weight loss, and 3) delays migration by 3.5 days on average. The title reads: A neonicotinoid insecticide reduces fueling and delays migration in songbirds. Text box: Migration is a critical period and timing matters. Reduced body mass and delayed migration may affect survival and breeding success. This may explain, in part, why farmland and migratory birds are in decline. The bottom credits Bird Studies Canada, University of Saskatchewan, and York University and includes a publication reference.

White-crowned Sparrow migration and insecticides

Infographics (Spanish)

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a global map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across the Americas and Europe (arrows), and illustrations of bird, bat, and insect species equipped with Motus tags. Three circular diagrams explain the tracking process: animals are tagged, stations collect movement data, and data are processed for research. Two inset maps highlight migration routes over Ontario's Great Lakes in Canada and Europe's North Sea. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.' Birds Canada is credited at the bottom, with a link to motus.org for more information.

Motus network

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. The background features a map of North and Central America with Motus stations (blue dots) and migration pathways (arrows). Illustrations of wildlife equipped with Motus tags include a Swainson's Thrush perched on a branch, a Red Knot bird in flight, and a Monarch Butterfly with its migration route highlighted in an inset map of Ontario's Great Lakes region. The left side shows an illustration of a Motus station with a person standing next to it. The title reads: 'The Motus Wildlife Tracking System: a collaborative research network to track wildlife movement'. The bottom credits Bird Studies Canada and provides a publication reference.

Motus network

An infographic describing how Motus was used to investigate the relationship between fat reserves acquired at stopover sites and the pace of migration in Gray-cheeked Thrushes during their northbound migration. The background features a map of the Americas with Motus stations (blue dots) and migration paths (arrows) from a Colombian stopover site to the Great Lakes Region. Illustrations include a Gray-cheeked Thrush equipped with a Motus tag, a Motus station, and a Motus tag. A graph demonstrates the relationship between departure fuel load and migration pace, showing that higher fuel loads result in faster migration. The title reads: "Fuel load (fat) acquired at a stopover site influences the pace of Gray-cheeked Thrush migration." The bottom includes a publication reference, SELVA's website (www.selva.org.co), and social media handles of project collaborators.

Grey-cheeked Thrush carry-over effects

Other graphics

Diagram of a offshore Motus station mounted on a yellow buoy. The station is equipped with two omni-directional antennas (434 MHz and 166 MHz) and powered by solar panels. A waterproof compartment inside the buoy houses the data receiver, enabling wildlife tracking in marine or offshore environments.

Diagram of a Motus station mounted on a offshore wind platform. It includes a mast bracketed to the railing, with one vertical omni-directional antenna (166 MHz) and four circularly-polarized Yagi antenna (434 MHz) . The electronics are enclosed in a waterproof box with coaxial cables running through waterproof ports. Insets show the top-down and angled views of the Yagi antenna configuration, with an antenna hub and reflector element orientation labeled.

Signage

Motus station sign

Motus station sign

Handouts

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a global map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across the Americas and Europe (arrows), and illustrations of bird, bat, and insect species equipped with Motus tags. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.'

Motus network

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a Canadian map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across Canada (arrows), and illustrations of a Red Knot, Snow Bunting, Hoary Bat, and Subarctic Darner equipped with Motus tags. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.'

Motus in the North (English)

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a Canadian map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across Canada (arrows), and illustrations of a Red Knot, Snow Bunting, Hoary Bat, and Subarctic Darner equipped with Motus tags. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.'

Motus is the North (French)

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a Canadian map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across Canada (arrows), and illustrations of a Red Knot, Snow Bunting, Hoary Bat, and Subarctic Darner equipped with Motus tags. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.'

Motus in the North (Inuktitut - Nunavik)

An infographic describing the purpose and functionality of the Motus system, highlighting how wildlife is tracked for conservation research. Key elements include a Canadian map with Motus stations (blue dots), migration pathways across Canada (arrows), and illustrations of a Red Knot, Snow Bunting, Hoary Bat, and Subarctic Darner equipped with Motus tags. The title reads: 'A collaborative research network tracking wildlife movement for conservation.'

Motus in the North (Eastern Cree)

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