Wildlife Observation Log Worksheet

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Back to Req 6a — Observe 25 Species

Wildlife Observation Log

Fish and Wildlife Management Merit Badge — Requirement 6a

Record 25 different species — birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish all count

Observation Records

Each row is one species. Record at least the species name, date, and location for each entry.

#Species nameGroup (B/M/R/A/F)DateTimeLocation (be specific)Habitat typeBrief notes / behavior
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Group codes: B = Bird, M = Mammal, R = Reptile, A = Amphibian, F = Fish

Species Count Summary

Total birds recorded
Total mammals recorded
Total reptiles recorded
Total amphibians recorded
Total fish recorded
Grand total species

Reflection

Which species surprised you most? What habitat produced the most diversity?

Counselor Sign-Off

Scout's name
Counselor signature
Date reviewed