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Fall 2026 Laboratory Lecture Upper DivisionStudy of current avian research topics and techniques. Class discussion of recent scientific literature; field and laboratory exercises to illustrate approaches to ornithological research. One weekend field trip is offered. (Offered in even-numbered years.)
Learning Outcomes1Read the scientific literature on birds with a greater awareness of the current status of what is known about birds.
2Describe how avian research is done and appreciate common pitfalls in designing research on birds.
3Understand the conservation and management implications of current avian knowledge.