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Bird Biodiversity on Farms
April 6, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
Did you hear the twitter about ecosystem services from birds on farms? Come along, it will be a real hoot!
An optional ‘songs of the bush’ session for anyone wanting to join us early and listen to the birds. 10am
Topics:
Wetland & woodland birds- Birdlife Australia
• Species commonly found on the Western Port swamp
• Habitat and feeding
• Bird surveys and citizen science
Restoration or rehabilitation- planting for future climate regimes and functional biodiversity – Geoff Lockwood, Southern Fauna Resources
Can insectivorous birds improve pasture quality by reducing invertebrate communities? – Jessica Chapman Latrobe University PhD Candidate (pre-recorded)
Farm walk- conducting a simple bird survey and a game of bird bingo
When – Thursday 6 th April 2023
Time – 10am- 1:30pm
Location – Orchard End Farm 55 Number Five Drain Rd, Bayles
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/JbebRU255WJfyooVA
Please rsvp by Monday 3rd April karen.thomas@melbournewater.com.au
Please BYO chair and lunch. Morning tea provided- notify any dietary requirements.