Join community scientists around the world by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Go to birdcount.org/participate for instructions on identifying and recording what kind of birds you see! Then, one or more times between Feb. 16 and 19, spend at least 15 minutes birdwatching and enter what you find. Data gathered during the Great Backyard Bird Count helps scientists study migration patterns, see year-to-year changes, and discover long-term trends. The Great Backyard Bird Count is hosted by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, National Audubon Society and Birds Canada.
Continue the bird-watching fun beyond your backyard
Calling all preschoolers-grade 5, for The Great Backyard Bird Count with the Dickerson Park Zoo at 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, in the Republic Branch Community Room. Join the Library, Dickerson Park Zoo, and birders worldwide in participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count! Meet three ambassador birds from the Dickerson Park Zoo’s education department who will demonstrate avian characteristics in an up close and hands-on encounter. Then, enjoy bird-themed activities and practice bird counting with a bird scavenger hunt in the library!