26 Jan 2010

Biology field study course at Tai Mo Shan – Freshwater Stream

The Biology Department conducted a field study course for S.4B students on 26th Jan. 10. This course was jointly organized by Ho Koon Nature Education cum Astronomical Centre sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen. The content in this course was based on NSS Biology syllabus. Through this ecological study of “Freshwater Stream at Tai Mo Shan”, students could develop some skills for sampling and handling equipment. Also, they could develop an interest in studying the inter-relationships among living organisms.

  • A class photo of 4B is taken at Ho Koon Nature Education Centre.

  • Students are measuring the water current using a water flow meter.

  • A student is observing some larvae adhered on a stone in water.

  • A student is collecting water sample for analyzing the pH value, the amount of dissolved oxygen and total suspended solids etc.

  • A student is placing a quadrat in freshwater for sampling the aquatic fauna.

  • A student is doing recording and identification using a wildlife pictorial guide.

  • Hong Kong Newt (Paramesotriton hongkongensis) is the only species of salamander, also known as “tailed amphibians” found in Hong Kong. When threatened it releases a toxic secretion and may also feign death, rolling onto its b

  • Water skater (Gerris remigis) can stand effortlessly on water due to their non-wetting legs. Image 9 of 9 < Prev