Robb Diehl, Ph.D.
My research explores the behavior and ecology of migratory birds and seeks to inform on their conservation and management.
Research Interest
Migratory birds matter. They are a remarkable part of our cultural, historical, and natural heritage; they provide ecosystem services including pest control and pollination; they are a source of recreation for tens of millions of people who feed, watch, and landscape their yards for birds; and they help support a vigorous wildlife watching industry.
My work follows three broad themes: 1) understanding the behavior, ecology, and conservation of migrating birds, 2) determining how flying animals may be influenced by anthropogenic activity, especially in relation to energy development, and 3) advancing the remote sensing technologies biologists use to study birds and other wildlife.
Education and Certifications
PhD and MS, Ecology, University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, IL
BS, Wildlife Science, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Science and Products
Bird migration patterns in the arid southwest-Final report
Analyzing bat migration
Management and research applications of long-range surveillance radar data for birds, bats, and flying insects
Seasonal passerine migratory movements over the arid Southwest
Applying radar technology to migratory bird conservation and management: Strengthening and expanding a collaborative
Advancing migratory bird conservation and management by using radar: An interagency collaboration
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
Science and Products
Bird migration patterns in the arid southwest-Final report
Analyzing bat migration
Management and research applications of long-range surveillance radar data for birds, bats, and flying insects
Seasonal passerine migratory movements over the arid Southwest
Applying radar technology to migratory bird conservation and management: Strengthening and expanding a collaborative
Advancing migratory bird conservation and management by using radar: An interagency collaboration
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.