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It’s the start of the new year and January is, of course, peak birdwatching season. The Great Backyard Bird Count is taking place from 13 to 16 Feb, 2026.
November arrives with the promise of more birds and more birding. Warblers, raptors, waterfowl, and a bunch of passerines have been enthralling birders who’ve been reporting them all over the country.
A new publications demonstrates how your eBird observations support targeted conservation efforts across North America. Bird conservation groups used eBird data to select priority species, manage habitat, identify important bird areas, and monitor populations.
eBird in Action is a segment which shares the conservation stories made possible because of your contributions. This edition describes how Northwest Arkansas Land Trust (NWALT) teaches mindfulness and restorative birding with the help of eBird and Merlin.
This January’s the eBirder of the Month Challenge, sponsored by ZEISS, is your chance to sharpen your eBirding skills and start the year strong. Whether you’re new to eBird or a seasoned contributor, this challenge is designed to help you learn something new while maximizing your use of the eBird platform.
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