How does Backyard bird Count work?

The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages bird enthusiasts of all ages around the world in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are. Anyone can participate, from beginners to experts. It’s free, fun, and easy – and it helps the birds!

What is a bird census?

The count, which begins every Dec. 14 and wraps every Jan. 5, is a census of local bird populations. Taken at the end of the fall migration, the census provides a snapshot of “how many of which birds are where” — valuable data for scientists studying everything from climate change to the effects of West Nile virus.

Who sponsors the Great Backyard Bird Count?

Wild Birds Unlimited
Click here to see the results of the 2021 count. Wild Birds Unlimited is a founding and major sponsor of the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), an annual counting of the birds. For at least 15 minutes on one or more of the count days, simply tally the numbers and kinds of birds you see.

Who are the sponsors of the Great Backyard Bird Count?

Thank you for participating in the 2021 Great Backyard Bird Count! Click here to see the results of the 2021 count. Wild Birds Unlimited is a founding and major sponsor of the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC), an annual counting of the birds.

When is the Great Backyard Bird Count 2019?

Recently, more than 160,000 participants submitted their bird observations online, creating the largest instantaneous snapshot of global bird populations ever recorded. The 24th annual GBBC will be held Friday, February 12, through Monday, February 15, 2021.

When to take part in the Great Backyard Bird Count?

But for others, it’s that joyous time of year when they get to tally up birds for the annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). The dates for the 2020 GBBC are February 12 to 15. During the GBBC, people from around the world count wild birds on the same weekend and then submit their data online for scientists to use in their research.

Where to do a bird count on President’s day?

You can do the Great Backyard Bird Count right at home, or you can venture out to your nearest wetland. A mobile app makes it easier to tally species, but good old pencil and paper work, too. Photo: Camilla Cerea/Audubon For some folks, the best part of President’s Day is having an extra 24 hours to veg out.