BIO433 Ornithological Methods (8)
-this an entry level subject
A range of laboratory and field methods and techniques for studying bird morphology, taxonomy, behaviour, census, population structure, habitat and interaction with the environment and other organisms are introduced in this subject. Appropriate ways of measuring these parameters and their limitations. are examined. The subject also discusses uses of the methodologies in scientific investigations and some appropriate ways to analyse and interpret the data collected. Topics include museum studies, captive bird management, field census, measuring behaviour, food and habitat, hypothesis generation, choosing appropriate subjects and measurements, experimental and survey design, data analysis, write-up and conducting research projects.