Great Backyard Bird Count 2001

The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) for 2001 was held on February 16-19, 2001. Participants in the GBBC report the birds sighted in their backyard (or schoolyard, window box, etc.) directly to a website operated by the National Audubon Society and the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology. As data are received, the information is processed and the data displayed on maps showing the locality of the sightings (your backyard!) and the species reported. The data provide a snapshot of the distribution and abundance of bird species across the United States in mid-winter. GBBC 2001 is the fourth annual count. The GBBC provides an opportunity for participants -- individuals, families, school groups, and others -- to contribute to science, learn about birds, and have a great time. For more information, contact Sally Conyne at National Audubon (sconyne@audubon.org, phone 215-297-9040), or visit the GBBC website (http://birdsource.cornell.edu/gbbc/).