Are birds migrating early this year?

Is birdcast more accurate than eBird?

When it comes to providing an accurate overall picture of migration, BirdCast has few competitors. But if you’re looking for information on a specific species, such as the Baltimore Oriole or Rufous Hummingbird, check out eBird. eBird offers multiple ways to anticipate migration arrival dates.

What are the hummingbird mapping maps?

The maps, which combine five years of observational data with NASA satellite imagery, provide a week-by-week glimpse at migration and can also be useful in anticipating arrival dates. Hummingbird Central allows visitors to monitor first-sightings.

What is the difference between the record Committee and eBird review?

Because the eBird review process is much faster than review by records committees, we encourage eBird reviewers to make preliminary judgments for rare species in real-time. We recommend, but do not require, our reviewers to follow the decision of the Record Committee when it is ultimately reached.

Do reviewers have to follow the decision of the record Committee?

Because the eBird review process is much faster than review by records committees, we encourage eBird reviewers to make preliminary judgments for rare species in real-time. We recommend, but do not require, our reviewers to follow the decision of the Record Committee when it is ultimately reached. Can reviewers change my data?

Does a reviewer’s regional assignment (s) display on their eBird profile?

A reviewer’s regional assignment (s) will display on their public eBird profile if they have one. Chances are your local reviewers are also active members of the birding community.

Where can I find eBird data?

All data are free and readily accessible through the Avian Knowledge Network [3], [4]. eBird data have been used in a wide variety of applications, from highlighting the importance of public lands in conservation [5] to studies on evolution [6], and to explore biogeography [7].

What additional information can I provide for my eBird observations?

While this basic protocol captures the majority of eBird observations, birders also have the option to provide additional detailed information for each observation, such as age and sex, breeding behavior, and additional comments.

How many eBird trip reports are there?

There are already more than 16,000 eBird Trip Reports and counting! In May 2021, eBird passed an incredible milestone: one billion bird observations. This represents the cumulative experience of more than 723,000 eBirders from every country in the world.

How many bird observations have been made on eBird?

In May 2021, eBird passed an incredible milestone: one billion bird observations. This represents the cumulative experience of more than 723,000 eBirders from every country in the world.

How do I contact my local eBird reviewer?

Currently, there is no way for an eBird user to contact a local eBird regional editor without first receiving communication from them. A reviewer’s regional assignment (s) will display on their public eBird profile if they have one. Chances are your local reviewers are also active members of the birding community.

How do I access species profiles in eBird?

To access species profiles: Go to the Explore page and type in a bird’s common or scientific name under “Explore Species”, or use the “Surprise Me!” button to jump to a random species. You can also access Explore Species pages from anywhere in eBird by clicking on the species name in blue.

How can eBird help you find birds?

State-of-the-art statistical models join forces with eBird data to visualize seasonal abundance to help decision-makers prioritize management and conservation actions, and to help you find more birds to power your birding year-round.

How do I report media items associated with an eBird checklist?

This is done by clicking on any photo or recording, then clicking the “Report” flag in the lower right corner. If you cannot see both reporting options any media item associated with an eBird checklist, you may have fewer than 100 complete eBird checklists in the previous year, or the item may have already been reported.

What is an example of an eBird yard list?

For example: your eBird Yard list might combine the locations of all checklists submitted from your front porch, back yard, driveway, kitchen window, etc. What birds count for my patch or yard?

How do I get Started with eBird?

Please also check out the free course eBird Essentials, offered through the Cornell Lab’s Bird Academy, for a great way to get started learning about eBird. Entering checklists into eBird is incredibly simple using either the eBird Mobile app or directly onto the eBird website.

What is the eBird basic dataset (EBD)?

Access to the complete set of eBird observations is provided via the eBird Basic Dataset (EBD). This is a tab-separated text file, released monthly, containing all validated bird sightings in the eBird database at the time of release.

How does nearby location work with eBird?

Nearby Location uses the phone’s GPS and data connection to show a list of all the nearby eBird locations: both nearby public hotspots and your personal locations. The location automatically created by your device when you started the checklist will be at the top of this list.

Can I view my checklist at the county level in eBird?

Checklists at the county, state, or country level will not appear in eBird’s public outputs. Please do not use these options unless you truly lack a more precise location.

Why do my eBird mobile tracks not reflect my actual location?

If you find eBird Mobile tracks and “Auto selected” locations do not reflect your actual location, it may be related to your phone’s GPS performance. Several things may affect your device’s GPS accuracy including: reception, wifi strength, satellite availability, and – most importantly – your device’s built-in GPS unit.

How do I enter checklists from different locations in eBird?

There are four location selection options on the eBird website: Choose from Your Locations provides a searchable list of every location where you’ve submitted a checklist in eBird. This is the fastest method for entering checklists from locations you previously birded.

What is included in an eBird checklist?

Each checklist contains a list of species observed, counts of the number of individuals seen of each species, the location and time of the observations, and a measure of the effort expended while collecting these data. The following image depicts a typical eBird checklist as viewed on the eBird website:

What happens to the media I add to my eBird checklist?

Every photo and sound added to your eBird checklists also helps build exciting tools such as the Merlin Bird ID app, Birds of the World , and All About Birds. As soon as you add a photo, audio recording, or video to your eBird checklist, the media enters the Macaulay Library archival system where it is safely stored.

Why keep Patch and Yard lists in eBird?

Keeping Patch and Yard lists in eBird provides a fun way to share your sightings, start friendly competitions with other local birders, and encourages everyone to do repeated surveys of their local habitats.