Meskwaki Natural Resources is fulfilling grant requirements by performing acoustic bat surveys on the Settlement. Acoustic bat surveys utilize highly specialized microphones for listening to bats in the surrounding areas. Every bat species has a characteristically different call (that cannot be heard from the naked eye) and this equipment paired with specialized software is able to determine what kind of species are present on the Settlement.
If you see something that resembles a microphone on a tripod or stand on a trail or in an area you are meandering through please leave it alone. It will be labeled for wildlife surveys and they are being utilized by MNR staff. This equipment will be deployed from July 31st through August 9th. If you have questions about this equipment or come across something that you are unfamiliar with feel free to talk to Megan at (641) 484-3511.