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Mammal Scat (video lesson for kids!)

Access the recording of this lesson!

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OGw9oXuhSYs

Watch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MadisonAudubon/videos/151088392999335


Yes, you read that right — we are going to be teaching kids about animal poop! There is a lot to learn from mammal scat, including which species is living, eating (and what they’re eating), and walking around that area. Often times, even when you don’t see the animal, you can correctly identify what animal was there based on its droppings! Madison Audubon’s education director Carolyn Byers will teach kids about mammal scat using rubber scat specimens, and the great detective work they can safely and hygienically do when scat is discovered.

Join us for this Facebook Live event on Madison Audubon’s Facebook page on Tuesday, April 14, 10:00am. This class is appropriate for kids of all ages, from pre-K through elementary and middle school aged. Bring your questions and ask them during the event — Carolyn will try to answer as many as possible during our time together!

Can’t make it for the live video? No problem! A recording of the video lesson will be available on this page shortly after the event is finished.

Madison Audubon photo

Earlier Event: April 10
CANCELED: Evening at Cherokee Marsh
Later Event: April 15
CANCELED: Beyond Backyard Birding