Learn about London’s surprisingly diverse birdlife, including basic identification, behaviour and ecology (with a special focus on birdsong and migration), and conservation. The course will consist of 1 classroom session and 3 guided walks. The first session takes place at Keeley Street.
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What will we cover?
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What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Identify a number of common birds through direct observation • Understand some basic principles of bird behaviour and ecology, and how these impact wildlife conservation • Recognise some of the challenges inherent in conserving urban birdlife • Develop skills that will enhance your enjoyment and knowledge of birds, within London and beyond.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
• Basic identification of common London birdlife • Bird behaviour and ecology, including birdsong and migration • Conservation - in particular the challenges of protecting birds in the densely populated city
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
There will be 4 sessions in total - 1 in the classroom and 3 guided walks in Richmond Park, Walthamstow Wetlands and Rainham Marshes. The classroom session will include tutor presentation and group tasks. The field sessions will include observation and identification of birdlife, group discussion and questions and answers. The walks will be at a slow pace with numerous stops for discussion and observing wildlife.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You will need to cover the cost of your transport to the meeting places for the walks. Wear comfortable clothing for walking, including sturdy footwear. Consider the weather on the day and bring a waterproof coat if required. Feel free to bring binoculars or a camera if you wish, but these are not required. The tutor will have binoculars and a spotting scope for wildlife observation.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
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Ben has a Masters in biodiversity, evolution and conservation from University College London and is currently a PhD candidate with Imperial College London, focusing on the impacts of nature-based tourism on both people and wildlife in the context of climate change. Outside his research, Ben is a wildlife tour guide in the UK and beyond. At City Lit, Ben is excited to offer courses on local ecologies and habitats, so far offering courses on ornithology and wildlife more broadly in Rainham Marshes, Walthamstow Wetlands and Richmond Park.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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