Seabird Survival and Dispersal Analysis

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

Introduction to bird migration, navigation, seabirds as indicator species, natural history of sooty tern birds in the context of conservation. Introduction to field survey methods for seabirds, capture-recapture technique, population estimate and population evaluation, and habitat description for long-term monitoring, and its importance. Sampling activities include bird capture, banding, and morphometric measurements. Field course primarily at the Dry Tortugas National Park, FL where students can interact closely with park managers. Required field trip during Spring Break. Prerequisite: Environment 210D.