Identify and monitor lockal wildlife

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Explain the purpose and state the principles of wildlife monitoring.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

A clear and concise explanation is given on the purpose of wildlife identification and monitoring activities.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Appropriate methods of wildlife monitoring in the area of operation is listed and explained.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Identify local plants and animal species including their sign, spoor and habitat.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Key local species in the operational area are identified by their common names.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Spoor of key species is recognised to ensure accurate monitoring.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Simple keys are used to identify species.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Habitats used by wildlife are identified and explained.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Count the local plants and animals.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

An accurate count is made of key plant and animal species as it relates to the area of operation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

An explanation is given of the data gathering methods used for the counting of local plants and animals.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

An accurate report is drafted and presented on the results obtained.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Determine the locality of animals, plants and abiotic elements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

A simple map is used to locate and record the location of animals and plants as per identified needs and organisational requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

A report is prepared to describe relevant abiotic factors.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Record information on species observed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Relevant information about local species is measured or recorded to promote effective wildlife monitoring.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

A report that summarises the data collected is prepared and presented according to organisational requirements.