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1 May 2014 The Ins & Outs of Developing a Field-Based Science Project: Learning by Lassoing Lizards
Catherine E. Matthews, Lacey D. Huffling, Aerin Benavides
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We describe a field-based lizard project we did with high school students as a part of our summer Herpetological Research Experiences. We describe data collection on lizards captured, identified, and marked as a part of our mark—recapture study. We also describe other lizard projects that are ongoing in the United States and provide resources for teachers to help them start their own field-based science projects. Our work with lizards focuses on fieldwork but also includes classroom components with captive-bred and wild-captured animals. Information on organizations that focus on lizards is provided, including several citizen science opportunities.

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Catherine E. Matthews, Lacey D. Huffling, and Aerin Benavides "The Ins & Outs of Developing a Field-Based Science Project: Learning by Lassoing Lizards," The American Biology Teacher 76(5), 320-326, (1 May 2014). https://doi.org/10.1525/abt.2014.76.5.5
Published: 1 May 2014
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KEYWORDS
ecology
fieldwork
herpetology
Lizards
reptiles
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