Study the life histories and ecology of resident and migrant birds of the Central Atlantic region. Emphasis is on birding techniques, use of field guides, introduction to birdsong and identification of our area's birds. Bird forms and adaptations, habitats, classification, plumage, migration, and conservation are also covered. The course features a field trip to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Maryland as well as two other field trips. Field Trip Dates: October 2, 23, and December 4, 2010(all day). 2011 Field Trip Dates: October 1, 22 and November 19.

This course is part of the Certificate of Accomplishment in Natural History Field Studies.

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