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Least Terns are the most adaptable of the 6 tern species nesting in SC, and it is also the most imperiled. This presentation will introduce the audience to the remarkable Least Tern including its life history, conservation status and threats, and management challenges. Learn why the Least Tern is likely the most visible nesting seabird in South Carolina!
About the Speaker:
With over 24 years of experience in wildlife biology, Mary-Catherine Martin specializes in the management of nesting Least Terns as part of the SC Department of Natural Resources Coastal Bird Project. Her career began with sea turtle nest management, transitioned to freshwater fisheries, and ultimately led her back to her true passion—birds. Today, her primary focus is on the conservation and management of seabirds and shorebirds along the South Carolina coast.