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Purple Martins: Conservation, Community, and 40 Pounds of Insects a Year

January 27, 2026

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

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