June 2024 eBirder of the Month Challenge

June eBirder of the Month Challenge
By Team eBird 31 May 2024
American Woodcock ML595201101
American Woodcock Scolopax minor
© Zane Shantz
Macaulay Library
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This month’s eBirder of the Month challenge, sponsored by ZEISS, is all about the details. The eBirder of the Month will be drawn from eBirders who submit 20 or more eligible checklists in June containing at least one species with observation comments.

When you report an unusual bird observation to eBird, you may be asked to add species comments. These comments should include how you identified a rare species or counted a large flock. If you don’t have a camera or recorder, detailed notes are the best way to document an exciting bird moment! Learn more about documenting your bird observations.

Species comments are for more than just rare birds. Get in the practice of adding detailed notes to everyday birds as well. These could include whether a bird was seen or heard, interesting behaviors, or a description of the habitat(s) the bird was in. Taking notes builds important observation skills and helps you to become a better birder.

To add species comments to a running eBird checklist, tap any species name on eBird Mobile or click “Add Details” next to a species while submitting data on eBird.org. You can also add these details to an already submitted checklist by editing it. Only comments added to bird observations made in June will qualify.
Past reports, breeding codes, and data entered in the age & sex table are valuable but do not count for this particular challenge.

If you want a chance to win the new ZEISS SFL 40 binoculars, add observation comments to your checklist. June’s winner will be notified by the 10th of the following month.

Each month we will feature a new eBird challenge and set of selection criteria. And don’t forget to submit lists for the 2024 Checklist-a-day Challenge!