Effects of Management Practices on Grassland Birds: Vesper Sparrow

Authors

Jill A. Dechant
Meghan F. Dinkins
Douglas H. Johnson, USGSFollow
Lawrence D. Igl, USGSFollow
Christopher M. Goldade
Betty R. Euliss

Date of this Version

2002

Comments

Dechant, J. A., M. F. Dinkins, D. H. Johnson, L. D. Igl, C. M. Goldade, and B. R. Euliss. 2000 (revised 2002). Effects of management practices on grassland birds: Vesper Sparrow. Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, Jamestown, ND. 41 pages.

Abstract

Upland Sandpiper (Pooecetes gramineus):
Breeding range
Suitable habitat
Area requirements
Brown-headed Cowbird brood parasitism
Breeding-season phenology and site fidelity
Species’ response to management
Management Recommendations
Habitat Characteristics