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Guide 4B

Identification

Correctly I.D. based on evidence.

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In this guide you will identify organisms based on direct observations of their physical characteristics as well as indirect evidence.

Video Overview

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Identification Contents

Complete all five of these sections before taking the quiz and making your media piece.

Identification Objectives

Evidence

Distinguish between direct and indirect evidence, and provide examples of both.

Tracks

Analyze animal tracks based on shape, size, and location, identifying species with track evidence.

Scat

Identify animals based on scat, as well as chew marks, rubs, and other indirect forms of animal evidence.

Bones

Diagram bone structure and identify major types of bones found in vertebrate animals.

Rodents

Describe the characteristics of species in Class Rodentia and identify rodents based on provided evidence.

Identification Product Page

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4A: Classification

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4C: Field Sketching

Learn more about Identification

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