Motus is a global group of researchers working together to track how birds, bats, and insects move. These small animals wear tiny electronic tags that send signals to stations set up all over the world. This technology helps scientists learn exactly where animals go, giving us the tools we need to better protect nature and wildlife.
You get to see how this technology helps us protect our local wildlife by showing us which areas of Long Island are most important for animals to survive. It is a great chance to learn how we are working together to keep our birds and insects flying high for years to come. Find out more at motus.org
Special thanks to Brome and Valley Farms for their generous donations of supplies to make our event even greater! Also, special thanks to our wonderful local businesses who have donated to our event too. If you’d like to get involved, please donate at the link at the bottom of this page.
The Long Island Game Farm has a new way to help animals using a Motus tower. This tower acts like a giant ear that listens for “pings” from tiny electronic tags worn by birds, bats, and even butterflies. When one of these animals flies near the park, the tower picks up its signal and sends the information to a computer. This helps scientists see exactly where the animals are traveling, where they stop to rest, and how we can keep their homes safe on Long Island.
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