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10. Birds

Beginner

• Research birds native to your area.
• Make a bird “wish list” of birds you’d like to observe in the wild.

Intermediate

• Build a bird house, bath, or feeder for your yard or garden.
• Watch and identify the kind of birds it attracts, recording your observations. Observe the type of bird, the time of year, time of day, and the bird’s behavior.

Expert

• Go on a bird watching expedition.
• Identify at least 10 different species of birds and record your observations.
• If you are able, try to photograph each one.

April, 2024 Edition