- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Coastal Cactus Wren Point Count Field Work
ORGANIZATION: San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance - Conservation Science
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Coastal Cactus Wren Point Count Volunteer
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Bird observations * Record location (bearing and distance) and other pieces of data
IMPACT: Opportunity to assist with bird monitoring research to examine the effectiveness of restoration efforts to benefit coastal cactus wrens
TRAINING: Staff and mentor training on-the job and additional enrichments
LOCATION: San Diego Zoo Safari Park Biodiversity Reserve
TIME COMMITMENT: One mandatory 2 hour training (Tuesday, April 3), one or more 4.5 hour shift from 6am-10:30 over the first three weeks of April.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: * Able to hike 3 miles with 10-15 pounds over 4.5 hours * Able to spend extended period outdoors in the sun
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Have a positive attitude and strictly adhere to SDZG policies, and procedures * Strong interest in birds and able to identify coastal cactus wren by sight and sound, distinguishing from mocking birds and others * Experience identifying birds (i.e. participation in Audubon Christmas Counts, regular personal birding experience, assistance in other monitoring programs) * Detail oriented & ability to multi-task
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About San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance - Conservation Science
Location:
15600 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92027, US
Mission Statement
We generate, share, and apply scientific knowledge vital to the conservation of animals, plants, and habitats worldwide. We help shape the vision of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance to lead the fight against extinction.
Description
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we are dedicated to saving plants and wildlife worldwide. Our efforts are focused in eight strategic areas: Plant Conservation, Conservation Genetics, Reproductive Sciences, Disease Investigations, Population Sustainability, Recovery Ecology, Community Engagement & Biodiversity Banking.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Safari Park Biodiversity ReserveEscondido, CA 92027
DATE POSTED
March 9, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hour training&minimum of 4.5 hours
- Birding experience ideal, ability to be outside and hike for a few hours