SW 331 - Birds in Environmt: Ornithology

Institution:

DePaul University

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Does habitat and biodiversity loss pertain to cities like Chicago Could species and habitats still exist in urban areas, which are so different from jungle and ocean The answer to both questions is yes when we look at seasonal bird migration. Birds have migrated to and from nesting and breeding sites for thousands of years. They can travel from pole to pole, not only passing through our backyards, but even staying and nesting there. The goal of our class is to experience birds and habitat that are unique to this area and to study their relationship to humans. This relationship puts birds in peril by forcing them into concentrated, small patches of habitat yet shows signs of hope in the form of protecting habitats such as our forest preserves and restoring habitats such as the Midewin prairie. Participants should expect to work in the field on some Friday evenings in addition to five Saturdays, with classroom discussion interspersed with field experiences. Competencies: S1A, S2A, S3C, S4. Faculty: Kurt Leslie

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.depaul.edu

Phone Number:

(312) 362-8000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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