Acoustic Ecology and Conservation in the Hudson River

Acoustic Ecology and Conservation in the Hudson River

 

Aaron Rice (Principal Ecologist, K. Lisa Yang Center for Conservation Bioacoustics) Maija Niemisto (Environmental Educator, Hudson River Estuary Program)

 

Part of the New York State Water Resources Institute Spring 2024 Speaker Series: Applied Water Research in New York State. Presented on February 8, 2024

 

Join us for a talk with Aaron Rice, Principal Ecologist at K. Lisa Yang Center for Conservation Bioacoustics, at Cornell University and Maija Neimisto, an environmental educator at the Hudson River Estuary Program to discuss their work in using bioacoustics for ecosystem conservation in the Hudson River Estuary. Fish in the Hudson River play a vital role in the ecosystem, but there’s uncertainty about their seasonal habits and habitat use. To address this, Aaron’s project employs non-invasive techniques like passive acoustic monitoring. By focusing on spawning distribution and abundance near Hudson tributaries, the project aims to bridge information gaps, and provide new perspectives on ecosystem processes. This approach can complement traditional surveys and enhance our understanding of fish populations, providing valuable insights for conservation. Aaron and Maija will discuss techniques, challenges and findings – and delve into the application of bioacoustics in managing ecosystems across New York State.