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Please enable searching via tags. I’m always curious to know where Cockatoo 078 travels to and who else they visit 🥺
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Doesn’t seem to import data from the brush turkeys app
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Track and report observations of five common bird species adapting to urban Australian environments. Contribute valuable data to scientific research on their behavior, distribution, and survival in human-modified landscapes.
✓Report urban bird sightings
✓Focus on five adaptive species
✓Contribute to scientific research
✓Track species behavior and distribution
✓Supports citizen science initiatives
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What's New in Big City Birds | SPOTTERON
4.2.0
October 16, 2025
* Updated Media Upload System * Bug fixes and improvements
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FAQ
What is Big City Birds used for?
Big City Birds is a citizen science app that allows users to report observations of specific bird species adapting to urban environments in Australia. The data collected helps scientists understand their behavior, movement, and habitat use.
Which bird species can I report with Big City Birds?
You can report observations for the Sulphur-crested Cockatoo, Australian Brush-turkey, Australian White Ibis, Little Corella, and Long-billed Corella. You can also select 'other' for additional species.
Who is conducting the research with Big City Birds?
The research is supported by the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior, Taronga Conservation Society Australia, and The University of Sydney, running on the SPOTTERON Citizen Science Platform.
Is Big City Birds free to use?
Yes, Big City Birds is available for free and does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted contribution to scientific data.
What devices support Big City Birds?
Big City Birds is compatible with iPhones, iPads, and iPods, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple mobile device users.
How often is Big City Birds updated?
The app was last updated on October 16, 2025, indicating ongoing development and support from the developers to improve its functionality and research capabilities.
What is the age rating for Big City Birds?
Big City Birds has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young users to learn about and contribute to bird observation and scientific research.
Does Big City Birds have ads?
No, Big City Birds is ad-free. This ensures that users can focus on making accurate observations and contributing data without any commercial interruptions.
