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Nesting Bird Surveys (Self-Paced) (NBSSP)


Description

Learn how to conduct nesting bird surveys.


You’ll learn to:

  • Identify nesting behavior and signs
  • Establish buffers, document findings, and communicate results clearly
  • Navigate real-world construction scenarios
  • Understand the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and CDFW nest protection regulations

Ideal for: Field biologists, environmental consultants, and resource managers responsible for pre-construction surveys or project compliance monitoring during nesting season; no prior bird ID skills necessary


Course Format: Self-paced with separate in-person components available at a later date. 


Access to Course Materials:
Course materials will be available for four (4) weeks following the course purchase. After this period, access will expire.

Content
  • Welcome and Intro
  • Welcome to SIERRA
  • Course Intro
  • Waiver
  • NBS Pre-course Survey
  • Course Content
  • Regulatory Framework
  • Avian Biology Fundamentals
  • Nest Identification & Species Reference
  • What to Look for
  • Tools & Technology
  • Survey Preparation & Field Methods
  • Documentation & Compliance
  • Next Steps
  • NBS Post-course Survey
  • Next Steps and Resources
  • Stay Connected
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever