Browsing Natural Sciences by Author "47636"
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The black-backed gull in northern New Zealand : evidence of changing diet from stable isotope analysis of bone and feathers.
(2018-06)Unitec Institute of Technology research funding; • Nisbet Research Award, The Waterbird Society, USA; • Royal Society of New Zealand Science Teacher Leadership programme; • NIWA & GNS laboratories (New Zealand); • field ... -
Changes in the breeding status of the southern black-backed gull (Larus dominicanus) colonies on Rangitoto Island, Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand
(Ornithological Society of New Zealand Inc., 2015)The southern black-backed gull (Larus dominicanus) is a common species throughout New Zealand, and has a significant presence in Auckland City. Large colonies are present on Rangitoto Island only 8 km from the city’s centre. ... -
The effectiveness of a commercially available bird repellent on house sparrows (Passer domesticus)
(2016-07)Aim: Identify a robust method for assessing the efficacy of an odour repellent to the sparrow in aviary studies Use this method in field studies to isolate the effects of the repellent on sparrow behaviour -
The kelp gull in northern New Zealand : evidence of changing diet from stable isotope analysis of bone and feathers
(International Ornithologists’ Union, 2018-08)Unitec Institute of Technology research funding; • Nisbet Research Award, The Waterbird Society, USA; • Royal Society of New Zealand Science Teacher Leadership programme; • NIWA & GNS laboratories (New Zealand); • field ... -
Perceptions and impacts : an observational pilot study of the effects of Argentine ants on honey bees in New Zealand
(Unitec ePress, 2016-05-16)The Argentine ant (Linepithema humile) is an invasive species first identified in New Zealand in 1990. It is an aggressive tramp species that can form very large ‘super colonies’ extending over vast areas and has been ... -
Science Communication Major for BAppSci : a model for collaborative delivery
(2014)Three majors BAppSci (Animal Management and Welfare) ; BAppSci (Biodiversity Management) ; BAppSci (Science Communication). -
A summary of success of applied learning in a degree at Unitec
(2014)Department of Natural Sciences Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management & Animal Behaviour and Welfare majors) Negotiated Study Course 30 credit course in 3rd year of study Aim Learning outcomes Collaborative ...
