Eskimo Curlew Management and Research

Management

The management of Eskimo curlew falls under the jurisdiction of the US Fish and Wildlife Service. If the species survives, it is protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. It is also protected under the Endangered Species Act.

Research

Current research conducted by the US Fish and Wildlife Service and US Geological Survey focuses on monitoring historic migration corridors, breeding grounds, and wintering areas in an attempt to document any remaining Eskimo curlew.