BIOL 2353 Introduction to Ornithology

3 credits
A basic introduction to the study of birds including diversity, field identification, and song recognition for species common to South Carolina. Students will learn to identify resident birds using field marking, calls and behaviors. Classwork will be supplemented by field trips to local birding hotspots which might require minimal cost. Students will spend considerable time in the field and maintain a log of observed species. Recommended prerequisite: BIOL 1014. Note: A travel fee is required.