MTAB 114, October 2026

Abstract

This Memo to All Banders (MTAB 114) was released in October 2026. Subjects in this this memo are 1. The Chief’s Chirp; 2. Alerts – Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza and New World Screwworm; 3. Staff updates – The BBL Welcomes Matt Hixson and Erin Hackney, meeting reports, and key visits in 2026 to the fall migration banding station; 4. News – New Species Record for Maryland!, Data Releases, Longevity Records Update, Notes From the Field: Wintering Rosy-finches, and World Migratory Bird Day; 5. A note from the permitting shelves – subpermit request reminders and change in responsible individual for Master Station Permit note; 6. A note from the supply room – mailing address reminders, band order best practices, and "ghost" bands; 7. Data management – bird status code 5 and data entry resources; 8. Auxiliary marker corner – backpack modified to wing-loop harness; 9. Frequently asked questions – where can I get my banding supplies? What transmitter type should I use when submitting data?; 10. Message to the Flyways; 11. Moments in history – Bird Band Quiz correction; 12. Upcoming events; 13. Recent Publications; and 14. Request for information.