Field research methods in bird ecology WF-OB-TMBP
- https://e.uksw.edu.pl/course/view.php?id=32399 (term 2022/23_L)
The subject introduces the basics of using various field methods to understand the ecology and behavior of wild species, using colonial bird species as an example. It presents field research methods in the field of biology and ecology of reproduction, selection of nesting sites, use of food resources, mating systems, behavior, migrations, etc. It allows you to learn techniques that can be useful for conducting conservation activities on the species. It familiarizes you with the ethical and legal aspects of working with animals in the field; It familiarizes you with the threats associated with field work and the principles of maintaining safety in such work.
1.What is the breeding ecology. Basic concepts of ecology and behavior of birds
2. Methods of field work – ethical and legal issues
3. Methods of field work – safety in the field
4. Monitoring – why we count breeding birds?
5. Biology and ecology of breeding birds - the methods of field research
6. Habitat selection and nest-site selection – the methods of field research
7. Foraging – the methods of feeding ecology research
8. How we examine the pressure of predators?
9. Why do we banding birds - metal rings and coloured bands
10. Why and how do we catch birds - what data we get after catching of an individual?
11. Why do we take the blood - the methods of collection and preservation?
12. Life in the colony - what does behavioral research give us?
13. Methods in behavioural research - what can we observed in the field?
14. How to study biology, ecology and behavior of birds help in effective protection of the species and its nesting habitat?
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Term 2022/23_L:
1. The schedule of the course. What is the breeding ecology. Basic concepts of ecology and behavior of birds |
(in Polish) Dyscyplina naukowa, do której odnoszą się efekty uczenia się
(in Polish) E-Learning
(in Polish) Grupa przedmiotów ogólnouczenianych
(in Polish) Opis nakładu pracy studenta w ECTS
Term 2022/23_L: Description of ECTS
Student activity hours of student work
Participation in lecture (auditory part) 5
Preparation for field work 10
Participation in the field work 30
Studying literature for the lecture 15
Studying literature for the field part 10
Preparation of a presentation 30
Preparation of a report 20
Total of 120 hours [120/30 = 3]
Number of ECTS 4 | Term 2024/25_L: Description of ECTS
Student activity hours of student work
Participation in the field work 30
Preparation of a presentation 30
Total of 60 hours [60/30 = 2]
Number of ECTS 2 |
Subject level
Learning outcome code/codes
Type of subject
Preliminary Requirements
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Learning outcomes
1. Knowledge:
EK1 The student recognizes basic breeding behaviour of birds; knows the levels of organization of life, biodiversity and interactions of organisms with the environment on the example of the islands on the Vistula and the birds inhabiting them;
EK2 The student knows the main conceptual categories and terminology in the field of science and nature protection; knows research methods in the field of ecology and animal behavior;
EK3 The student understands and explains the relationships between ecology, animal behavior and protection possibilities and methods; understands the threats to the proper functioning of the environment; can explain the importance of field research for planning the species' conservation
2. Skills:
EK4 Student performs simple research tasks individually and in a team;
EK5 Working in a team and using the experience of experts, the student is able to take actions to protect nature
EK6 The student has the ability to prepare oral presentations using various means of verbal and visual communication
3.Competences:
EK7 The student undertakes work in the field, demonstrating initiative and independence in actions; cooperates effectively in teamwork
Assessment criteria
EK 1-3 and EK 6
A multimedia presentation summarizing an article or issue related to the topic of the classes is assessed. The form, content and manner of presenting the presentation are assessed, as well as the ability to find appropriate material for the presentation
EK 4-5 and EK 7: Participation in fieldwork is assessed, in particular initiative, independence and the ability to work in a team
Activity during classes is assessed (participation in discussions)
Bibliography
1. Krebs Ch.J. Davies N.B. 2014. Wprowadzenie do ekologii behawioralnej. PWN
Additional literature:
Articles in English concerning the methods of breeding ecology research or animal behaviour studies.
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Term 2022/23_L:
1. Krebs Ch. J., Davies N.B. 1997. Behavioural Ecology: An Evolutionary Approach, Blackwell Scientific Publ. Additional literature: |
Term 2024/25_L:
1. Krebs Ch.J. Davies N.B. 2014. Wprowadzenie do ekologii behawioralnej. PWN Additional literature: |
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