The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is seeking
additional help in locating whip-poor-wills.
Officials say the gray, black and brown
bird with a black throat is well-camouflaged and is easier to hear than see.
Its namesake song is a loud, rhythmic "whip-poor-will" which it sings
repeatedly at night.
Biologist Rich Bailey says recent bird
survey data indicate significant population declines in nearby states.
Residents who see or hear
whip-poor-wills from Saturday until July 31 are asked to email Bailey at
richard.s.bailey@wv.gov.
The email should include the date and
location, and whether you saw or heard the bird, a contact name and telephone
number.
The DNR also is seeking information
from residents who see or hear barn owls and bald eagles.
Bailey conducted similar surveys last
year.
