Curated OER
Glacier Bay Seabirds
A gorgeous collection of photographs take viewers on a virtual tour or Glacier Bay National Park with a focus on the seabirds living in the area. Adaptations to the polar climate are highlighted, different species of birds are displayed,...
Curated OER
Birds
Students list marine birds in their area and report on the threats made to these species. In this marine life lesson students compare bird count data and argue either for or against its accuracy.
Curated OER
Seabird Survival Adaptation Card Game
Students study seabirds and how they have adapted to their environments. In this activity based instructional activity students will play a card game that will allow them to have a better understanding of seabirds and their adaptations.
Society for Science and the Public
Science News for Students: Food Like Smell on Plastic May Lure Seabirds to Eat
When plastic smells like supper, seabirds and other animals can be fooled into thinking it is food. Take a look at this investigation.
Nature Canada
Nature Canada: Arctic Tern
Facts about the Arctic tern, a Canadian seabird, are given. While the population is large, there are concerns about the numbers being in decline.
Nature Canada
Nature Canada: Roseate Tern
More research into the roseate tern needs to be undertaken as it is not clear where it spends the winter. The species is threatened in many areas around the world, largely due to an over-abundance of gulls that prey on them and take...
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium: Horned Puffin
Use this animal guide to learn the scientific name and discover the habitat, diet, reproduction, conservation status, physical and other unique characteristics of the Horned Puffin. They can be viewed live on the webcam.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Northern Gannet
The northern gannet lives on the east coast of Canada and in Western Europe, and winters in the U.S. It is known for its size and for its speed as a diver when feeding on fish. Information about the northern gannet and photos can be...