What dead birds tell us about ecosystems

The video discusses a program run by scientists that involves training coastal community residents to collect data on dead birds. This citizen science initiative spans from Northern California to Alaska and Russia. Participants learn to identify bird species using specific tools and measurements, and their observations are validated by experts. The data collected helps in understanding biodiversity, climate change impacts, and shifts in bird populations. The program emphasizes the importance of community involvement in scientific research.

What is the main activity that local coastal residents are trained to do during the program?

How do participants validate their observations of bird species?

What kind of data do citizen scientists collect, and how is it used in biodiversity science?

What are some factors that may affect seabird populations according to the program?

Why is it important for individuals to participate in this scientific program?