Biology Field Trip for S5

On March 26-27,2026, the S5 biology students had the opportunity to attend the Ecological Research study in the Ho Koon Nature Education cum Astronomical Centre, sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen. The study lasted for 2 days. On the first day, they explored a freshwater stream in Tsuen Wan and engaged in field studies. They undergo different kinds of Eco study skills, such as sampling, identifying organisms with a key, measuring, and analysing different abiotic and biotic. Throughout the study, the students collected water and algae samples. By employing quadrats, they identified various organisms in their samples, discovering fascinating species such as the Hong Kong Newt, frogs, and various sea organisms, such as mayfly larvae.

On the second day, they travelled to another site with a combination of habitats. Therefore, students got the chance to conduct the habitat map and observe the variety of organisms with their niche and special behaviours. Moreover, students also conduct quadrat studies on the grassland.

Following their fieldwork, the students conducted laboratory analyses on the water and algae samples they had collected. They gained valuable hands-on experience using equipment such as pH meters, light meters, water flow meters, and dissolved oxygen meters. Through observation under a dissection microscope, students are allowed to observe in detail the adaptation of organisms.

All of the students gained a chance to present their field studies in front of the class as well as the teachers, enhancing their communication skills

Overall, the trip allowed students to no longer learn through the book but learned through their experience and hands-on experience. They tried sampling, observation, and analysing their data based on real life. It is definitely a taste of one of the important areas in DSE biology, Science inquiry skills. It is believed that students enriched their field experience and laboratory skills, but most importantly, they learned the importance of environmental stewardship and developed a sense of respect for nature.