Monitoring birds - Protecting waters - Inspiring change

Monitoring birds - Protecting waters - Inspiring changeMonitoring birds - Protecting waters - Inspiring changeMonitoring birds - Protecting waters - Inspiring changeMonitoring birds - Protecting waters - Inspiring changeMonitoring birds - Protecting waters - Inspiring change

Science in Service to Society

The Wings Over Water Research Institute is dedicated to the long-term monitoring of bald eagles and fish-eating waterbird populations as sensitive indicators of water quality. We produce high-quality research, outreach and education, providing the data needed to manage avian populations and engage the public on critical environmental issues and act. Founded in 2025, WOWRI was created to fill research funding cuts, build on long-running studies that are the foundation of this important work, and create a new model for funding environmental research.

Watch the 2025 video of our eagle team in action.

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New photography book from WOWRI friend Dr. Carl Palazzolo -

This book has 174 high-quality photos and extensive information on eagles. The work of WOWRI's own Dr. Bill Bowerman and Dr. Mike Weirda are both featured. Video Promo.

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO ORGANIZATIONS DEDICATED TO WORKING WITH EAGLES, INCLUDING WOWRI!

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To keep our expenses low and our staff focused on our mission, WOWRI is fiscally sponsored by Social and Environmental Entrepreneurs (SEE). Your donation will appear as SEE on your credit card statement.

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