Illustration by Merel Corduwener

Three birds, three different stories

Last week, an extensive article about bird migration appeared in De Volkskrant (Dutch national paper). Together with NIOO-KNAW, we provided the transmitter data and storylines for spoonbill Valerie, Black-bellied brent goose WSE, and black-tailed godwit Idzegeaster Poel. Journalist Jean-Pierre Geelen, graphic designer Eleanor Mohren, and illustrator Merel Corduwener transformed our research into a compelling and visually irresistible story.

This project has been made possible by a contribution of the Gieskes-Strijbis Fonds

Centre for global ecological change at the University of Groningen

BirdEyes is a science and creative centre that views the world - almost literally - through the eyes of birds. More and more birds are flying around with tiny transmitters, loggers and other high technology on their backs and legs. This generates an unimaginable amount of information. By cleverly combining such data with other sources of information, and by using new ways to tell stories and share the insights with, BirdEyes strives to open up a new knowledge network. The centre at the Faculties of Science & Engineering and Campus Fryslân aims to be an innovative part of the University of Groningen and is linked to the Rudolph Agricola School for Sustainable Development. BirdEyes, with empirical and inspirational roots in the farthest corners of the world.

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