Resident Breeding Bird Survey

  Costa Rica

Tortuguero

Term: Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Winter 
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: year round

Description: Conduct area searches in several aquatic and terrestrial study sites. Document location, habitat types, species, clutch size, hatching and fledging success rates. Mist-net, band and collect biometric information. Document spatial and temporal trends and habitat preference.

Highlights: Increases the knowledge of bird ecology, reproduction and population dynamics through the observations of over 200 active nests and descriptive life histories in progress. Publication on the nesting behaviour of the refescent tiger heron, and the involvement of national, international students, volunteers and local residents.

Qualifications: Must be able to work in all weather/climate conditions, able to handle a remote environment and have good physical stamina

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 250 USD

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Most volunteers do not have a background in the field; therefore we provide all the training necessary for them to accomplish the required work. They are usually open to new experiences and enjoy working outdoors. Some are looking to change their current job situation and want to try something new, while others are looking to gain experience in the field for related work.

Age Range: 18-60

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Costa Rica Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 2-4

Application Process Involves:

• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

Canadian Organization for Tropical Education and Rainforest Conservation's Mission Statement: The Canadian Organization for Tropical Education and Rainforest Conservation (COTERC) is a registered Canadian non-profit charitable organization. The mission of COTERC is to provide leadership in education, research, conservation and the wise use of natural resources in the tropics. We provide conservation, research and education opportunities at the Cano Palma Biological Station for those interested in sea turtles, resident and migrant birds, neotropical mammals, herptiles, invertebrates and flora.

Year Founded: 1991