Shadow our talented aviculture staff and see what it takes to run our successful bird exhibits here at the Aquarium.
Do you need to shadow a marine biologist for a school assignment or are you just interested in what a job in the field of animal care is like?
The Job Shadow series of programs at the Aquarium is perfect for either. We have four unique 3-hour programs that are sure to give you the inside scoop on a career in marine biology. Take the entire series, one is typically offered the first Wednesday and Saturday of every month.
Bird Biologist:
This Job Shadow program takes a closer look at the field of bird husbandry. During this 3-hour program participants will:
- Hear from our aviculture staff what it takes to do their job
- Visit various behind-the-scenes locations
- Observe birds on exhibit while looking for discrete bird behaviors
- Prepare food for our diving birds (i.e. Puffins, Auklets, and Guillemots)
- Create enrichment toys for our Lorikeets
- Learn more about common local shore birds
- Gain insight into the important conservation issues facing bird populations today
*The Aquarium reserves the right to change the animal interactions without notice due to animal safety, exhibit maintenance, or animal health reasons.
Participants must wear closed-toe shoes for behind the scenes access!
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Wednesday, Jan 2, 2013 | 3:30 PM–6:30 PM
Saturday, Jan 5, 2013 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Wednesday, May 1, 2013 | 3:30 PM–6:30 PM Saturday, May 4, 2013 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Wednesday, Sep 4, 2013 | 3:30 PM–6:30 PM Saturday, Sep 7, 2013 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM Wednesday, Jan 8, 2014 | 3:30 PM–6:30 PM |
| Cost | $35.00 per student $29.00 for Aquarium members Aquarium admission not included |
| Tickets | Please call to RSVP. |
| Ages | 7-12th Grade |
| RSVP | Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all classes unless noted. (562) 951-1630 |
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