An Introduction to Winter Bird Physiology & Ecology at Anita C. Leight Estuary Center

This course, taught by Dr. Mark S. Johnson - President, Maryland Ornithological Society on February 11 & 12, will provide a brief introduction to the world of winter birds and how they cope with changes in habitat and food choices. It will begin Friday evening with a discussion of avian physiology, systematics, and ecology as it relates to many common winter birds. Saturday will involve a closer look at feeder birds as we observe them from the feeders and mark and release them following an assessment of health. Read more...