Daniel Klem

Dr. Daniel Klem Jr. is a Professor of Ornithology and Conservation Biology in the Department of Biology at Muhlenberg College. His career spans over four decades with a focus on bird-human interactions, particularly bird-window collisions as a global conservation issue.

• B.A. in Biology from Wilkes University
• M.A. in Biology from Hofstra University
• Ph.D. in Zoology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

His research integrates animal behavior, ecology, and conservation biology, with groundbreaking work on avian mortality caused by glass structures. He has developed evidence-based mitigation strategies and contributed to comparative avian anatomy studies through his Acopian Center for Ornithology.

Key publication trends include: bird-window collision analysis (1982-2024), avian anatomical research, and conservation policy development. Recent works emphasize compassionate conservation frameworks.

• Lindback Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence
• Pennsylvania Ornithological Society Conservation Award
• Rosalie Edge Conservation Award
• Honorary Doctor of Science from Wilkes University

Dr. Klem has mentored over 100 students in field/laboratory research, with co-authorships on peer-reviewed publications. His work has been supported by government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private industry grants.