Survey  
Maps

The map below shows PatchBird survey points currently available across the areas covered by the program.

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Each point represents the reference corner of a 1 × 1 km UTM grid. It is not necessarily the exact location where the survey must be conducted. When establishing a new survey location, participants may select a suitable observation point within 300 metres of the mapped reference point, following the Survey Protocol.

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Using the Map

Survey points appear as you zoom further into the map. Start by locating the country or area you are interested in, then continue zooming until the individual grid points become visible. You can continue zooming in after the points appear to examine their position in the landscape more closely.

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Click on a point to view its details and current availability.

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The map uses the following status colours:

• Available – the grid point is currently available for allocation

• Allocated – the grid point has already been assigned to a participant

• Inactive – the location is currently not active

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Choose a Survey Grid Point

Choose a grid point that is practical for you to survey regularly. Click on it to see its details and current status.

 

You do not need to choose somewhere remote or particularly rich in birds. PatchBird is interested in ordinary places, too. The most useful survey point is one you can return to regularly over time.

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Once a grid point has been allocated to you, select a suitable observation point within 300 metres of the mapped reference point. After your first survey, this observation point becomes fixed and should be used for subsequent surveys.

 

For full instructions on establishing and surveying a location, see the Survey Protocol.