Our Online Certificate Course on “Bird Count: eBird and Merlin Hands-on Workshop 2026” is specially designed to help participants learn how to use globally recognized birding platforms for bird identification, data recording, and community science. Whether you are a student, nature enthusiast, birdwatcher, or someone new to birding, this course is an ideal way to begin your journey into digital bird monitoring and citizen science.

          Throughout this two-day hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to use the eBird app to record bird observations, create accurate bird checklists, and understand how shared data supports scientific research and conservation planning. The course also introduces the Merlin app, guiding participants in identifying birds using photographs and bird calls, and highlighting how technology makes bird identification easier and more accessible.

                   We warmly invite you to join us in this interactive learning experience, where you can combine your love for birds with modern tools and contribute meaningful data to global conservation efforts.