Be a citizen scientist and join one of the many Christmas bird counts that the National Audubon Society will hold.
The Christmas bird counts have been taking place for more than 120 years. The information from these has been used in hundreds of analyses, peer-reviewed publications and government reports over the decades.
You can see other bird counts and contact information in Western New York, Pennsylvania and Ontario on this map.
Join Buffalo Audubon and fellow birdwatchers for this annual holiday tradition. Participants can count on foot at Beaver Meadow, Ghost Pond, Rose Acres or by car across the designated Christmas Bird Count circle. This free event is great for beginners and birders of all skill levels.