OSHER 196 - Identification and Study of Utah's Diurnal Raptors

Hawks, eagles and other birds of prey capture our imaginations like few creatures can. Though we cannot deny their beauty, most birds of prey are not easily definitively identified. This course will increase your familiarity with the form, function, and natural history of Utah's most common raptor families and give you the knowledge you need to comfortably name the family and species of birds of prey and tell the story of their natural history. Increase your enjoyment of our natural world and prepare yourself to share your new-found appreciation with friends and family. In addition to classroom study, we will take two field trips to observe these intriguing birds in their natural habitats. Field trips will be via carpool on April 20 and May 4, from 10 until about 3. Please bring $5 to each outing to contribute toward gas.