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Central Tablelands Local Land Services and BirdLife Australia’s Woodland Birds for biodiversity project coordinator Mick Roderick will be hosting a workshop focusing on the many facets of woodland bird identification and monitoring on Tuesday, October 2.
The family friendly event is open to people of all ages.
Topics that will be covered in the event are:
- Temperate woodlands and why the birds that rely on them are so threatened
- Woodland bird identification basics
- Importance of call recognition
- Separating similar species by sight and sound
- Performing bird surveys for woodland birds
- Recording birds using an online portal or using an app on your phone
It is suggest that you bring:
- Binoculars
- Notebook/pen
- Bird Field Guide (optional)
- Sunscreen
- Warm clothes
- Hat
- Enclosed walking shoes
- Water
Breakfast and morning tea will be provided.
The event will run from 7.30am until 12pm, commencing with breakfast at the Old Hartley School, Mid Hartley Road, Hartley.
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It is also recommended that you download the Birdata app to your phone prior to attending the workshop: http://birdata.birdlife.org.au.
The event is free but you must register before attending.
To RSVP call Pete Evans on 6350 3111 or via email peter.evans@lls.nsw.gov.au.
