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Gibberagong Environmental Education Centre

Gibberagong Environmental Education Centre

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Birds, Beaks and Black-Cockatoos

Science and Technology

 

Overview

The Glossy Black-Cockatoo (Calyptorhynchus lathami) is one of the rarest and most threatened of Australia’s large, black cockatoos. During the program, students will learn about the features of the bird, its habitat and the role of this amazing bird in the natural environment. Students will also learn about the different types of bird beaks before they design and make their own beak using a variety of different materials.

Program Details

Program overview