SPECIAL ORNITHOLOGY SKILL
Discipline, trust, respect for nature, resilience, creativity, environmental responsibility, self-sufficiency, collaboration
The skills of ornithology, the study of birds, can provide a variety of benefits and qualities to those who possess them. Some of these qualities include:
- Knowledge of Avian Biodiversity: You will develop a deep understanding of different bird species, their habitats, behaviors and migrations. This contributes to a richer and more complete appreciation of biodiversity.
- Connection with Nature: Ornithology fosters a deeper connection with nature and the environment. Watching birds in their natural habitat can be a rewarding and relaxing experience.
- Observation Skills: You will learn to hone your observation skills, noticing specific details in birds' plumage, song, and behavior. This can improve your overall observation skills in the natural environment.
- Environmental awareness: Ornithology often goes hand in hand with environmental awareness. By understanding the needs of birds and how they relate to their environment, you can develop a greater sense of responsibility towards environmental conservation.
- Auditory Identification Capacity: Bird identification is not limited to visual observation. Ornithology also involves recognizing bird calls and songs, which improves auditory identification skills.
- Contribution to Citizen Science: By participating in bird watching projects and reporting your sightings, you can contribute to scientific research and the global understanding of bird populations and their movements.
- Research Skills: Those with ornithological skills often develop research skills, whether at an amateur or professional level. This may include the study of migratory patterns, reproductive behaviors, and other aspects of avian biology.
Standard Level
(Yellow Badge)
Standard Test - Base Ornithology
- Description: Explorers must demonstrate their ability to recognize 15 types of birds from the Fauna that exists in the Municipality of Rincón de la Victoria and/or province of Málaga.
These are: Sparrow, Goldfinch, Hoopoe, Tit, Blackbird, Buzzard, Owl, Eagle Owl, White Wagtail, Blue Tit, Kingfisher, Common Swift, European Robin, Yellow-legged Gull, Common Bee-eater
Errors are not allowed. Maximum exposed time to discover these species, 5 minutes.
Intermediate Level Knots
(Orange Badge)
- Intermediate Test - Recognition of songs of the 15 species exhibited in the yellow badge test
Advanced Level Knots
(Green Badge)
Advanced Test - Recognition of songs and photographs of 30 exhibited species. Maximum errors, 2.
THE ORNITHOLOGY TEST
In each call, you can request the Standard level ornithology test (Yellow)
Request the Test
Comuonly to the Director or your monitor, that you wish to take the test
Test time
The director will tell you what time you can do the knot test. This is done in the promise circular
1 Possibility every Saturday
You only have one chance each Saturday. Be sure you have mastered the technique at the time of the test
Time
You have 5 minutes of time. If you do not achieve it in the scheduled time or you have made a mistake, you can choose to do it next Saturday, with a penalty of 1 minute for each test repetition.
HIGH RANK BADGES
The Higher Badge of Ornithological Mastery is often awarded to those who have demonstrated continued commitment, leadership and exceptional skills in the safe and effective management of ornithology. Actively participates, seeks opportunities to learn and teach, and demonstrates responsibility in all activities related to ornithology when the opportunity presents itself.