You then check them every 20 to 30 minutes, extracting birds from the nets to weigh, measure, band, sex, age, identify, and photograph each one, using skills Becker teaches you when you first arrive. You will also help take a blood sample and assess body fat and molting status before releasing the bird near the spot where it was caught. Afternoons you will observe birds in the forest, taking notes on species, vocalizations, breeding activity, and other factors, or help collect data on forest structure and availability of flowers and fruits. Throughout the project you will experience deep tropical forests, home to some of the most colorful, exotic birds you ve ever seen. Team locations may vary with local climate change.
All sites have pit latrines and stream water for bathing.