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Worksheet
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Birds

For Students 6th - 10th
In this birds worksheet, students read a 2 page informational excerpt about birds and the study of birds, ornithology. They then use the information the learned to answer the 10 questions in the packet. The answers are located on the...
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Lesson Plan
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In a Class of Their Own

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore taxonomy and how birds are classified in this scientific system. They use this knowledge to create entries for a field guide to birds that can be used to identify different species.
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Lesson Plan
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Birds of Wisconsin

For Teachers 1st
First graders explore the job done by ornithologists. They role play identifying the characteristics that make a bird a bird. They discuss what makes each bird species unique. Students are introduced to Wisconsin's most common and rare...
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Barn Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to hearing the sounds of the Barn Owl, you will find information on the habitat, food, behavior, reproduction and more on this comprehensive site.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Snowy Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the abbreviated description of the Snowy Owl and delve into a more detailed description of this bird if this information is insufficient. While reading about this interesting bird you can listen to the sounds of this species.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Burrowing Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
The Burrowing Owl is the only owl that can be seen foraging during the day (diurnal). This all encompassing site contains a wealth of facts and information about this species of owl.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Great Horned Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Cool facts, range, habitat, behavior, and more can be found on this competent site. In addition, you can listen to the sounds produced by the Great Horned Owl.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Spotted Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Listen to the sounds of the Spotted Owl and peruse information on its range, habitat, food, reproduction and more on this all encompassing site.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Northern Hawk Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Did you know that the Northern Hawk Owl can sense prey over 800 meters away? Find out more interesting facts about this species of owl on this thorough site.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Long Eared Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
It has been proven that the Long-eared Owl can find mice in total darkness. Hear the sounds of this species of owl and delve into topics such as range, habitat, food, behavior, and more on this comprehensive site.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Barred Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
The hoot of the Barred Owl resembles "who cooks for you". You can actually hear this sound and find information on its habitat, food, behavior, and more on this thorough site.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Short Eared Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Hear the sounds of the Short-eared Owl and peruse topics such as range, habitat, food, behavior and more on this comprehensive site.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Boreal Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to topics such as range, habitat, food, and behavior, you can also find cool facts and listen to the sounds of this owl on this interesting, comprehensive site.
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Website
Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Kentucky University: Ornithology: Nervous System

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, created by a biology professor at Eastern Kentucky University, provides an overview of the brain and nerve senses of the bird.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Eastern Screech Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
This thorough site delves into topics such as cool facts, range, habitat, food, behavior, and more. In addition, you can listen to the sounds made by this species.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Western Screech

For Students 9th - 10th
This comprehensive site discusses topics such as cool facts, range, habitat, food, behavior and more. You can also listen to the sounds made by this species.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Flammulated Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
This all encompassing site allows you to listen to the songs of this species and delve into topics such as cool facts, range, habitat, food behavior and more.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Northern Saw Whet Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Cool facts, description, similar species, range, habitat, food, behavior, reproduction, conservation status are the topics examined in this thorough site. You can also listen to the sound of this species on this site.
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Graphic
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Northern Hawk Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Did you know that the Northern Hawk Owl can sense prey over 800 meters away? Find out more interesting facts about this species of owl on this thorough site.
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Graphic
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Long Eared Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
It has been proven that the Long-eared Owl can find mice in total darkness. Hear the sounds of this species of owl and delve into topics such as range, habitat, food, behavior, and more on this comprehensive site.
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Graphic
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Long Eared Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
It has been proven that the Long-eared Owl can find mice in total darkness. Hear the sounds of this species of owl and delve into topics such as range, habitat, food, behavior, and more on this comprehensive site.
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Graphic
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Short Eared Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Hear the sounds of the Short-eared Owl and peruse topics such as range, habitat, food, behavior and more on this comprehensive site.
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Graphic
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Short Eared Owl

For Students 9th - 10th
Hear the sounds of the Short-eared Owl and peruse topics such as range, habitat, food, behavior and more on this comprehensive site.