Biology at CCC: BIO 251, Neotropical Migrant Birds

BIO 251
Neotropical Migrant Birds

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Catalog Description: A focus on neotropical migrant birds with consideration of their natural history, identification and migratory patterns. Students learn orientation and theory in the classroom. Location, identification and discussion of species are studied in the field (Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and surrounding area). The course meets one weekend in late April or early May.

Note: All Hawk Mountain courses are held regardless of weather conditions and require outdoor fieldwork and hiking on rugged terrain. Appropriate clothing and footgear are recommended. Students must provide their own transportation to the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Kempton, PA.

Note: The raptor biology courses (253, 256, 259) are recommended as a sequence for Biology majors desiring to earn a 3-credit elective. Any of the Hawk Mountain courses can be combined to fulfill 3- or 4-credit elective biology major requirements, providing the student has completed a full year of introductory biology. Students without this prerequisite may take the courses but not for credit toward their major. There is a $35 site fee charged for 1-credit courses; $50 for 2-credit courses; $75 for 3- or 4-credit courses.

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: none

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