Kids can help Cornell University collect data about birds

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What a GREAT opportunity for kids to collect data and study habitats all while helping Cornell University complete the Urban Bird Studies project. Signing up for the program is completely free and you have access to downloadable habitat forms, tally sheets, and instructions on how to submit your data.

Here is a blurb about the program from the Cornell site:

Data are collected by citizen scientists across North America and in many other countries. Scientists at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology use the data to answer scientific questions about urban birds.

Anyone can participate in the two types of projects–its easy and fun!

Watch what birds do
First, you choose the type of bird you want to watch. Then, find a place to count and watch the birds. The data you send are used to understand how birds live in cities.

Walk, count, identify
By simply walking along a sidewalk or straight line (called a transect) while you count and identify birds, you help us learn about the density of birds in different areas. Bird density is important in bird biology and conservation.

Find out more and sign up for study here.