Purple Martins: Conservation, Community, and 40 Pounds of Insects a Year
January 27, 2026 @1pm
This presentation will explore the biology and history of the Purple Martin, their remarkable aerial insect-eating habits, the conservation challenges impacting the species, recommendations on martin housing, and effective techniques for colony attraction and management.
Presenter: Courtney Rousseau, President, NC Purple Martin Society and a Purple Martin Conservation Association affiliate