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Regarding the article “Evaluating outcomes of management targeting the recovery of a migratory songbird of conservation concern” (Streby et al., Jan. 29, 2018), there are inherent flaws in the authors’ analysis. The study site in question was not managed for Golden-winged Warbler, nor was the management prescription for that area directed by American Bird Conservancy. Instead, the prescriptions on the study site were carried out by Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge using best management practices for a different species, American Woodcock. As a result of these inaccuracies, the article is misleading and its conclusions invalid.

Shawn Graff Vice President, Great Lakes American Bird Conservancy