Monitoring and Conservation of Arizona Hummingbird species

The Arizona Game and Fish Department has awarded a contract (CTR078166) to the Hummingbird Monitoring Network for monitoring and conservation of Arizona hummingbird species. The three-year agreement, effective from August 7, 2025, to August 7, 2028, encompasses a total contract value of $28,000, with initial funding of $8,000 for the first fiscal year and potential subsequent annual funding up to $10,000.

The contract scope includes comprehensive monitoring of 18 hummingbird species, with specific focus on 7 species of greatest conservation need. The Hummingbird Monitoring Network, under the leadership of Executive Director Dr. Susan Wethington, will utilize specialized monitoring techniques and a systematic banding program to collect demographic information, support research, preserve hummingbird habitats, and conduct public education initiatives. Funding will be disbursed in stages, with 80% provided in August 2025 and the remaining 20% contingent upon submission of final reports, emphasizing a collaborative approach with governmental, academic, and non-governmental institutions.