Scientist for a Day: Ornithologist
Discover the wonderful world of birds through fun activities, hands-on experiments and a behind-the-scenes tour of Australian Museum Research Institute’s ornithology specimens.
Scientist for a Day: Ornithologist
Image: Natalia Mroz© Australian Museum
Ages: 9-12 years
Back by popular demand these school holidays, kids are invited for a day of feathered fun and discovery to explore the fascinating world and wonders of ornithology. In an unmissable full-day experience, kids will go behind-the-scenes of the Australian Museum Research Institute’s specimen collection with Ornithology Technical Officer, Emily Cave.
As well as learning about bird anatomy and unique bird features, kids will conduct fun, hands-on experiments. They’ll enjoy a guided tour of the Birds of Australia exhibition, plus take a short walk across to Hyde Park with AM supervisors for an opportunity to watch and survey local birdlife.
Don’t miss this chance to become an ornithologist for a day at the Australian Museum!
Emily Cave
Emily Cave is a Technical Officer - Audit and Digitising, Ornithology at the Australian Museum.
Image: Natalia Mroz© Australian Museum
Emily Cave is part of the Australian Museum’s Ornithology team specialising as a Technical Officer – Audit and Digitising and Acting Collections Manager. Since joining the Museum in July 2020, Emily has an integral role digitising the Museum’s bird specimens, maintaining the collection and its database. As an avid bird watcher and bird enthusiast, Emily has a very spoiled pet named Paco, the green-cheek conure.
