Who were people volunteering for?
National Audubon Society,
What were they doing?
Counted birds.
In how many parts of the U.S.?
More than 2,400.
Any other countries?
Yes.
Does this counting event have a name?
Yes.
What?
"Christmas Bird Count"
Who's idea was it?
Frank Chapman.
What year did it start?
1900.
What is the information used for?
Keep track of birds.
Can it help with understanding climate change?
Yes.
Who says it can help?
Gary Langham.
Who is he?
Chief scientist.
Where does he work?
National Audubon Society.
How long has Harry Glasgow helped out?
10 years.
Where did he go this year?
Mount Vernon.
What month did they start?
December
When did they stop?
Beginning of January.
Was he part of a group?
Yes.
How many birds were counted the previous year?
Over 66 million.
What portion of North American birds have a problem with climate change?
Half.