Unit Award Scheme

108782 SMALL MAMMAL TRACKING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1set up a mammal tracking tunnelSummary sheet
2choose a suitable location to place the tunnelSummary sheet
3secure the tunnel into the chosen locationSummary sheet
4choose a suitable food to use in the tunnel, eg cat food, peanut butter, mealwormsSummary sheet
5inspect the tunnel after an agreed amount of time, usually 24 hoursSummary sheet
6determine whether there are any tracks in the tunnelSummary sheet
7use guides to identify the animals from the tracksSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

8two field signs that can be used to identify an animal species eg tracks, faeces, hairSummary sheet
9the differences between different mammal tracks eg size, shape.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 3 November 2017Level - Entry Level