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The Kingston Wildlife Research Station has been banding birds since 1956, making it potentially the longest-running station in America.

Data from the station shows a dramatic decline in songbird populations, consistent with a 30% drop across North America since 1970.

Researchers capture migrating birds in nets, fit them with uniquely numbered metal bands, and record data before releasing them.

The long-term research is crucial for understanding bird populations, migration patterns, and the impacts of habitat loss and climate change.

SOUTH KINGSTOWN – The magnolia warbler is so still it could be a taxidermied bird.

Andrew Single grasps her delicate body in one hand and extends the right leg out between thumb and index finger. He slips a metal band around the toot

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