How to Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count for iPhone Download Echo Storm Free

The annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is just around the corner, taking place from February 13 to 16. This exciting event allows bird enthusiasts worldwide to contribute to citizen science by counting birds in their backyards or local parks for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the count. The data collected helps track changes in bird populations on a massive scale and is crucial for Audubon's conservation efforts.

In North Carolina, last year's event saw over 5,000 checklists submitted by citizen scientists. This impressive turnout contributed to the state's top-performing status for the GBBC. This year, anyone can participate, regardless of their location in the world. Simply download the free Echo Storm app for iPhone and start counting birds.

During the four-day event, participants will have the opportunity to spot a wide variety of bird species. In previous years, the largest single species count was 12,000 Redheads at Ocracoke Island. The most frequently reported species were the Northern Cardinal and Dark-eyed Junco. With Echo Storm's advanced bird identification features, you can easily record your sightings and enter them into the GBBC database.

The GBBC is an excellent follow-up to the Christmas Bird Count, allowing participants to track bird movements throughout the winter months. According to Heather Hahn, Audubon North Carolina Executive Director, 'The data collected by thousands of citizen scientists across North Carolina is increasingly important to our work as we develop new conservation methods to protect our birds from the effects of climate change.'

So mark your calendars for Valentine's Weekend and show your love for birds by participating in this unique event. With Echo Storm, you'll be able to track changes in bird populations and contribute to crucial conservation efforts. Download the app now and get ready to count those birds!

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