Suitable for Years 10 to 12

Explore the innovative monitoring techniques used by Western Shield and DBCA to study nocturnal fauna.

Students will set light traps to investigate and identify invertebrates, and use camera and sand traps as alternative methods for tracking fauna. The program also includes a discussion on animal ethics and its role within the department and scientific research.

Schools will receive invertebrate samples and motion-sensor images on USB for further study. Collected data can be used as a post-excursion activity to develop a Fauna Management Plan for the Centre.

Why not camp with us? (see related products)

We recommend doing the Fauna Biology program to fully understand the role of Western Shield and other monitoring techniques, like trapping. (see related products)

Curriculum links: Biology ATAR Unit 1(SCSA, ACv9), Biology General Unit 4 (SCSA, ACv9) Cross-curricular and General Capabilities: Critical and Creative Thinking (ACv9), Numeracy (ACv9), Personal and Social Capability (ACv9), Sustainability (ACv9) 

Venue: Perth Hills Discovery Centre 

Duration: 4 hours (3 evening, 1 morning), camping or staying close to the centre is recommended

COST: $550 (inc GST), max 20 students 

*Extra costs for fauna biology excursion and camping.

Please note:

1. This session has a late finish and early start time, in line with sunset and sunrise times. We recommend you stay close to the Perth Hills Discovery Centre. 
2. Maximum students per group is 20. 
3. Our booking officer will get back to you via email to confirm your excursion within 7 working days.
   

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If you have any questions regarding this activity, please email us at n2n@dbca.wa.gov.au. You need to submit and online enquiry form for any program, no bookings will be taken via email or phone.