Give a Hoot for Owls

by Lee Richardson Zoo

Owls are important top predators that use their adaptations to survive in their ecosystem. While owls are similar to other raptors they do have many differences. Even among owls different species can vary greatly, many owls for many habitats.

The Lee Richardson Zoo's Distance Learning Studio offers a multitude of environmental programs to students all over the nation. Our programs always include 2-4 live animals. However, we are currently unable to give programs from actual exhibits around the zoo. If you would like to know which specific animals will be used in your program, please contact the Distance Learning Coordinator directly.

Program Rating

based on 3 evaluation(s).

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $120.00

The fee for all Distance Learning programs is $120 per program. Payment in full must be received no later than ten (10) working days before the program is scheduled to occur.

If multiple programs are requested for the same school at the same time (i.e. within the same phone call or the same email), then the first program will be $120 and all subsequent programs will be $100. If programs are requested at a later date, or are requested for a different school, then the first program will again be $120 and subsequent programs will be $100. Multiple programs requested through www.cilc.org will receive the discount if they are for the same school and the requests are received on the same day.

Length

45 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

None

Maximum participants:

None

Primary Disciplines

Sciences

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)

Booking Information

Sorry, this program is not currently available. To inquire about future availability, please contact Lee Richardson Zoo

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For more information contact CILC at (507) 388-3672

Provider's Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event that a program must be canceled due to weather, technical issues, or other circumstances beyond the control of the Zoo or program recipient, the program may be rescheduled at a later date agreeable to both parties for no additional charge (dependent on availability).

REFUND POLICIES: Once registration is confirmed, the Lee Richardson Zoo adheres to a no-refund, no-credit policy. If a program is canceled at any time for any reason other than those listed above, no refund or credit will be given. Substitution of another group of participants of the same age is permitted with prior notification

About This Provider

Lee Richardson Zoo

Garden City, KS
United States

Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and home to hundreds of native and exotic animals, the Lee Richardson Zoo is located in Garden City, Kansas.

The mission of Lee Richardson Zoo’s education team is to
provide experiences for all ages that inspire pro-conservation action through
opportunities that are fun, empathetic, and engaging.

Our programs feature several of our animal ambassadors and offer up close and personal interactions for your students focused on a variety of fun and science based topics!

Contact:
Education Division
zoo.education@gardencityks.us
6202761250

Program Details

Format

1. Begins with a discussion of Birds of Prey (aka Raptors) and their various characteristics/adaptations.
2. Discussion of a nocturnal owl and identify the adaptations that the students notice or know of.
3. Discussion on a diurnal owl and the different needs between the two. Continue with adaptations of owls.
4. Discussion of a falconiforme (falcons and relatives) and discuss the differences between owls and falcons.
5. Review over information discussed in the program.

Objectives

•List differences and similarities among owls and other raptors.
•Define the word “carnivore”.
•List two adaptations that owls have which help them capture their prey.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

K-4: Life Science
* The characteristics of organisms
* Organisms and environments
5-8: Life Science
* Regulation and behavior
* Diversity and adaptations of organisms
5-8: Personal and Social Perspectives
* Populations, resources, and environments
9-12: Life Science
* Interdependence of organisms * Behavior of organisms
9-12: Science in personal and Social Perspectives
* Environmental quality