How does someone report a strike and ensure proper identification of bird species?
In Canada, wildlife and bird strike reports can be completed and submitted several ways: Electronically:www.tc.gc.ca/aviation/applications/birds/en/default.asp By phone(toll-free hotline):1-888-282-BIRD(282-2473) On paper:order hard-copy bird/wildlife strike report forms(form number 51-0272)in bulk from the Transport Canada with the following contact information: Web site:www.tc.gc.ca/Transact Toll-free(North America only):1-888-830-4911 Local:613-991-4071 Fax:613-991-2081 E-mail:MPS@tc.gc.ca If a species is unidentifiable by flight crew or airport personnel, consult a local biologist. A digital photograph of the remains is helpful. If a local biologist is not available, feathers or tissue from the bird species can be sent to the Smithsonian Institution(see addresses below)for correct species identification free of charge. U.S. Postal Service: Feather Identification Lab Smithsonian Institution PO Box 37012 NHB, E610, MRC 116 Washington DC20013-7012 or Courier: Feather Identification La
