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October Big Day 2024: Global Birding, Global Impact
On 12 October, birders from every continent on earth came together for an extraordinary celebration of birds, nature, and the power of participatory science: October Big Day. In just 24 hours, this event united birdwatchers in 201 countries in a shared goal—recording and appreciating the diversity of birdlife that surrounds us.
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October Big Day—12 Oct 2024
October is right around the corner, and that means its time to mark your calendars for October Big Day—12 Oct 2024! Like Global Big Day, October Big Day is an opportunity to unite around our shared love of birds.
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October eBirder of the Month Challenge
This month, we’re celebrating October Big Day with a special eBirder of the Month Challenge sponsored by ZEISS! The challenge: submit five (5) or more eligible checklists on 12 October for a chance to be the eBirder of the Month and win a pair of ZEISS Conquest HDX Binoculars!
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