Grouse Mountain Biologists Participate in Christmas Bird Counts Across Three States

Each winter, biologists and bird enthusiasts across North America head into the field for the annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC). This long-standing community science effort provides invaluable data that helps researchers understand bird populations, migration patterns, and long-term environmental change.

At Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants, participation in efforts like the Christmas Bird Count reflects both our professional expertise and our passion for conservation.

During December and January, Grouse Mountain biologists participated in three Christmas Bird Counts across three states, contributing hundreds of observations to this important dataset.

Across all three counts, our team documented 84 unique species and 2,259 individual birds. Each observation helps build a clearer picture of regional biodiversity and ecosystem health.

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Beyond organized counts like the CBC, Grouse Mountain biologists regularly contribute bird observations to eBird, a global platform that allows scientists, agencies, and conservation organizations to access real-time bird data.

In 2025, Grouse Mountain biologists recorded bird observations across:

These observations are often collected during recreational birding trips, local surveys, and travel throughout the year. While informal, this consistent data collection plays an important role in long-term ecological research and reinforces our data-driven approach to environmental consulting.

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For our team, conservation is not confined to project boundaries or office hours. Participation in citizen science efforts reflects a deeper commitment to understanding and protecting the landscapes and wildlife we work with every day.

As we look ahead to 2026, our biologists are excited to continue exploring new regions, documenting new species, and contributing meaningful data that supports sound environmental planning and stewardship.

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