Today marks the start of the annual Christmas Bird Count, a bird census sponsored by the National Audubon Society that also happens to be the longest-running citizen scientist survey in the world. Each year the count runs from December 14 to January 5, giving bird lovers across North America a chance to join in, get outside, and spot some birds. The findings recorded by participants are collected and used to gauge the health of various bird populations. This information is then used to focus conservation efforts on particular species and geographical areas.
The Christmas Bird Count begins
Today in History
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Behold the mighty Aldeyjarfoss
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Make your list and check it twice
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Daylight saving time begins
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Presidents Day in America’s front yard
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Night of the ‘Cold Moon’
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AAPI Heritage Month & Lei Day
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It s superb owl Sunday
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The dog days of summer
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We re gonna need a bigger birdhouse
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Gemsbok in Namibian sand dunes
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Polar bear season in Manitoba
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Churún Merú waterfall in Venezuela
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Pollinator Week
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Hawai i Volcanoes National Park at 106
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Forward-thinking women of history
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A courtyard scene from Spain
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Celebrating the first day of spring
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Denali National Park
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American bison, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
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A day of service for Dr. King
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The Zugspitze: Germany s highest point
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Groovy!
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Cloughoughter Castle, County Cavan, Ireland
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Frozen fun in the Canadian cold
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Into the woods
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30 years after Exxon Valdez
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Happy Lunar New Year!
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Horseshoe Bend, Arizona
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Feature Attraction: 85 years at the drive-in
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Red fox