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    Zoo & Scout conservationist are ‘birds of a feather’
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    Zoo & Scout conservationist are ‘birds of a feather’

    Ally Dillinger, 5 years ago
    MINOT, N.D. – A new habitat is complete at Roosevelt Park Zoo in Minot.

    In pursuit of his Eagle Scout rank, Harvey Gorecki created two purple martin birdhouse habitats so zoo staff can best care for not only its zoo residents, but for those who fly-over as well.

    Gorecki, a member of Troop 1433 and a Minot High School Central Campus freshman, conducted much of his own research before construction. He learned that purple martins are the only bird entirely dependent on humans to make their nesting structure. They are the largest members of the swallow family and have adapted to living near humans.

    “Purple martins depend on human-made homes for nesting because they do not make their own homes. They are at risk from other predators including invasive bird species and other dangers in migration. When purple martins settle in birdhouses, they are likely to return yearly as they are assured by human presence,” said Gorecki. Plus, he said,“The first martin to arrive is called a ‘scout.’”

    In pursuit of his Eagle Scout achievement, Gorecki also learned about construction, community and communication. He was able to acquire metal roofing material from Tecta America Dakotas, a company also currently working on a construction project at the zoo.

    Roosevelt Park Zoo staff said they appreciate Gorecki’s attention to detail and common interest in saving animals from extinction. “Conservation starts in our own backyard,” they said.

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    Volunteers welcome

    Volunteers are welcome at Roosevelt Park Zoo in Minot.

    “We have 20 acres of beautiful trees – and ‘many hands make light work’ when it comes to raking,” according to zoo staff.

    Those interested in volunteering can stop by the Visitor Center during the zoo’s winter hours Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. or call with a Sunday group. Those volunteering this spring will receive as a thank you a day pass to return to the zoo to enjoy it on another day.

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