Horned Lark
We are starting to build a genoscape for the Horned Lark (Eremophila alpestris) across its vast breeding range in North America. We are working with Dr. Nancy Mahony of Environment and Climate Change Canada to explore population differentiation and migratory connectivity in this species, which is declining throughout much of its range. Other partners who have collected feathers include Dr. Jay Carlisle, Boise State University, Dr. Devin De Zwaan, Acadia University, grad student Sarah Bonnett and Dr. Erica Nol from Trent University.
We are hoping to add and increase samples sizes across both breeding and wintering areas for the Horned Lark. If you are interested in collecting or donating Horned Lark samples from any location, please contact Amanda Carpenter and Nancy Mahony to learn more about how you can contribute to the project.