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Join us on a global birding adventure! From Acorn woodpeckers to Zebra finches, every week we'll take a deep dive into a new bird family, exploring their unique traits, identification skills, amazing habitats, and fun facts from all around the world. This is a great beginner ornithology class! Perfect for bird watchers, nature lovers, and curious learners. This class is open to all students, regardless of previous experience or knowledge of birds. Students will learn what makes different families of birds unique, field identification tips, and stay up-to-date with the latest research and nature science about special species. Each class stands alone, so students can join at any time to explore their favorite bird groups or attend every session for a full global experience! Classes offer engaging lectures and multimedia presentations to spark your learner's curiosity and deepen their love for birds! Schedule for Classes: Sep 14 - Sep 20 Hummingbirds II Sep 21 - Sep 27 Turacos Sep 28 - Oct 4 Bustards Oct 5 - Oct 11 Cuckoos Oct 12 - Oct 18 Mesites Oct 19 - Oct 25 Sandgrouse Oct 26 - Nov 1 Pigeons, Doves Nov 2 - Nov 8 Finfoots Nov 9 - Nov 15 Flufftails Nov 16 - Nov 22 Rails, Crakes, Coots Nov 23 - Nov 29 Trumpeters Nov 30 - Dec 6 Cranes More classes will be added as we go.
Students will gain an appreciation for the diversity and beauty of birds, while learning how to contribute to real-world bird research.Students will learn how habitats influence bird behavior, diet, and migration patterns.Field guides are recommended, but not required for this class. Online field guides can be found at https://ebird.org/home and https://www.allaboutbirds.org/
I have taught Ornithology for 10 years and have been an active bird watcher for most of my life.