Course: Discovering Garden Birds: Identification and Ecology - Online

This beginner online bird course is aimed at bird enthusiasts who wish to learn more about their much-loved garden visitors and want to begin to be able to identify them and understand their biology and ecology.

Birdwatching has become a hobby for many people of all ages. It allows us to connect with nature and begin to contribute to citizen science.

What is covered in this course?

• Bird Biology
• Bird Ecology
• Identifying UK Garden Birds
• Types of Bird Song

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Describe the taxonomy, anatomy, and morphology of birds.
• Explain general bird ecology e.g., life cycle, diet, habitats and niches.
• Describe and identify common UK garden birds.
• Explain why birds sing and describe differences between bird song.
• Share this knowledge with friends, family, and fellow volunteers.

This is a 4-week online course covering 4 topics, for which you will complete a variety of self-led online resources and activities. Each topic is then concluded with an interactive Zoom workshop to complement the online content. Time commitment is approximately 2-3 hours a week and an E-certificate is provided upon completion.

This course is eligible for a student discount. If you are a current student, please use discount code BioStudent20 at checkout for 20% off.

Please refer to the Field Studies Council website for further information and to book.