Evaluation should include
- history of songbird populations
- impact of forest fragmentation
- impact of brood parasitism
- efforts for conservation.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How has the Audubon Society played a role in songbird population recognition and restoration?
- How do forest fragmentation and urbanization affect songbird populations?
- What effect does deforestation in other countries have on songbird populations in Virginia?
- How do cowbirds interact with songbirds?
- What improvements can be made to backyard habitats to help attract birds?
- What impacts have introduced species (e.g., cowbirds, starlings) had on native songbird populations?
- What role have pesticides played in the decline of songbird populations?