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Chennai, February 4
Bird watchers have spotted a good number of resident waterbirds in Tamil Nadu during the just concluded Asian Waterbird Census (AWC).
Rare species were sighted in certain districts.
A good number of species were sighted in and around the city and Salem during the annual exercise spread over the first two weekends that concluded in January, K V Sudhakar, state co-ordinator of AWC, said. This citizen-science event is a part of the global International Waterbird Census (IWC) initiative supporting conservation and management of wetlands and waterbirds worldwide. We are receiving snapshots of figures of birds from various districts and the process of compiling the data is on, Sudhakar said.
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(GBBC), Feb. 12-15, is a great opportunity for budding birdwatchers and bird-count veterans to use their skills. People from around the world count the birds they see for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the count, and then enter their checklists online.
“The GBBC is a simple, welcoming project that both new and veteran birdwatchers enjoy,” said David Bonter, co-director of the Center for Engagement in Science and Nature at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. “Birds are everywhere and can be counted in backyards, neighborhoods, suburban parks, wild areas and cities. Scientists need the eyes of the world to collect information about where the birds are.”
Ongoing through February
Descanso Gardens’ famous camellia blooms. Most SoCal botanic gardens have a selection of camellias, and now through the end of February is prime bloom time, but Descanso Gardens’ camellia collection is billed as North America’s largest, so plan a trip to ogle these magnificent flowers (especially if you have a thing for reds and pink perfect for a Valentine’s Day outing!). Non-members must purchase tickets in advance online for $15 ($11 for seniors and students, $5 children 5-12, children under 4 and members enter free). The gardens are open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1418 Descanso Drive in La Cañada Flintridge. Face coverings required.
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The 24th annual Great Backyard Bird Count is on Feb. 12 to 15.
David Bonter, with the Center for Engagement in Science and Nature at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, said the count is an opportunity for budding birdwatchers and bird-count veterans to use their skills.
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People from around the world count the birds they see for at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the count and then enter their checklists online.
“The Great Backyard Bird Count is a simple, welcoming project that both new and veteran birdwatchers enjoy,” said Bonter. “Birds are everywhere and can be counted in backyards, neighbourhoods, suburban parks, wild areas and cities. Scientists need the eyes of the world to collect information about where the birds are.”