avatarDan Pfeifer

Summary

The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is an annual citizen science event that begins on February 12th and encourages participants to count birds for at least 15 minutes over four days, with the option to enter counts via the Merlin app, eBird app, or eBird website, and to participate in group counts and photo contests.

Abstract

The article announces the commencement of the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), a global event that spans four days, from February 12th to the 15th. Participants are encouraged to engage in bird watching for any number of days during this period, with a minimum requirement of 15 minutes each day. The counts can be submitted through various platforms, including the Merlin app, eBird app, or the eBird website. The event also allows for group participation and offers a photography contest with prizes. The GBBC is highlighted as a significant citizen science project that contributes valuable data on bird populations and movements, while also being an enjoyable and rewarding activity for enthusiasts and observers of birds.

Opinions

  • The author expresses enthusiasm for the GBBC, emphasizing its importance and the ease of participation.
  • The event is portrayed

Today Begins The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC)

Are You Ready?

The Great Backyard Bird Count

Get ready. Get set. Go! By the time you read this it will probably already be light. Time’s a wasting. Start counting those birds!

A few days ago I published a story regarding the GBBC. I hope you had a chance to read it. If not, it’s very simple to participate.

The count will take place for 4 straight days, today (February 12th) through Monday the 15th. You can count any amount of days, for a minimum of 15 minutes each time you do.

Your counts can be entered using the Merlin app, eBird app, or the eBird website.

You can also participate as a group, and count at multiple sites.

Do you like to photograph birds? You can also upload your photos to the website, and prizes are awarded.

The Great Backyard Bird Count

This is such a great citizen science project, which provides valuable information regarding bid populations and movements. Join in on the fun. It is simple, but yet very rewarding.

Bird Watching
Photography
Birds
Winter
Family
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