Sightings on Observation.org
Share your observations from around Batumi and see what else is around.
We have teamed up with Observation.org to gather bird sightings online. Also other wildlife, from mammals to mosses, can be registered.
The regional page BatumiRaptorCount.Observation.org spans a wide area around Batumi, including the Adjara and Guria province.
Apps for android and iPhone smartphones are available for in the field registration. It is a very convenient way to share remarkable observations, pictures, sound recordings or keep track of your trip list. Browse the site to discover other observation, species maps, and many more.
Your observations can be useful for science and conservation around Batumi. It is a key tool to document area lists, key stopover sites, migration or biodiversity hotspots. The more sightings, the stronger it grows. So register, get out there (or get out those old fieldnotes) and submit your observations.
For Georgia, there is a national page Georgia.observation.org.
Chorokhi Delta in mid August
Preparations for this year's autumn count are in full swing and the first counters have also arrived. Luckily there was still some time to visit the Chorokhi Delta and around 70 species were observed.
Highlights were: White Storks (83x), Spoonbills (3x), Terek Sandpipers (4x), Broad-billed Sandpipers (5x), Marsh Sandpipers (5x) Temminck's Stint (2x) and Isabelline Wheatear (8x).
Meanwhile the application form for raptor counters in autumn 2014 has been closed as the schedule is full. We are happy for the interest in our programme and looking forward to meet you in Batumi!
Meet us at British and Dutch Birdfair
From tomorrow onwards, we will be present at the British Birdfair. This year, the birdfair organisers kindly offered us a free stall, to promote our conservation work. You can find us in Markee 6 stall 5. The purpose is to familiarise people with our project, promote birdwatching around Batumi and attract visitors and volunteers. Next weekend, you can find us at the Dutch Birdfair as well.