Peer-Reviewed and Regional Publications
Krechmer, K. (2021). Hooded Merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus) young and probable brood parasitism in Culpeper County. The Raven, 92(2).
Summary:
Documented two Hooded Merganser ducklings associating with a Wood Duck (Aix sponsa) family at Lenn Park in Culpeper County, Virginia. This observation provided evidence of probable interspecific brood parasitism and represented a potential first breeding record for Hooded Merganser in the county.
Scientific Contributions
Kelly Krechmer has contributed extensive field observations, breeding records, photographic documentation, and species data to regional and statewide avian research initiatives, including:
- California Bird Atlas
- Maine Breeding Bird Atlas
- Virginia Breeding Bird Atlas
- Wisconsin Bird Atlas
- New York Bird Atlas
- North Carolina Bird Atlas
Through long-term participation in community science and structured atlas surveys, these contributions support research on bird distribution, breeding status, population trends, habitat use, and conservation priorities.
Notable Observations & Scientific Documentation
Kelly’s bird observations, photographs, and audio recordings have contributed to biodiversity databases, regional bird reports, and scientific documentation efforts. Her records have helped document rare, unusual, and significant avian occurrences and have supported research and conservation initiatives.
Data contributions include:
- eBird: 17,580+ complete checklists documenting 773 bird species worldwide, including photographs and audio recordings.
- iNaturalist: 44,000+ observations documenting more than 6,200 species across taxa (all biota).