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How to be a good ClimateWatcher

There are a number of things that we look for when validating your observations. Here are some tips on how to be an expert ClimateWatcher.

Species

Some species are only located in particular regions of Australia. Check that you have identified the correct species by using the species profile information either on the website or in the app. Other mobile field guides available from your local museum could also help.

ClimateWatch is interested in the behaviour of a species as well as its location. Watch for species that are doing something particularly different to what you would normally see. For example, looking for nesting behaviour in the Black Swan, which generally happens during their breeding season (April to October in southern parts of Australia).

Alternatively, if you have a ClimateWatch species that you see all the time (like in your backyard), record an observation every couple of weeks to get an idea of changes throughout the year.

Sightings

Photos are compulsory for all observations to assist us in validating your data for use in scientific research. If uploading sightings via the web app, make sure it is your own photo and not a friend's photo or one from the internet. ClimateWatch is only interested in wild animals, so please do not submit any photos of caged birds.

The perfect ClimateWatch photo is a close up of the species. For trees, this means a picture of the leaves, fruits or seeds, so our species experts can verify what you've seen. For animals, try to zoom in or get close to the species before taking the shot, and make sure the photo is not backlit.

Smart devices

It's a good idea to leave some notes in the Additional Comments section if you have time, to include any other information you think may be relevant. For example, if you identified a bird by its call and did not get a good quality photo of it.

If you are ClimateWatching in a group, it is still important that all of you submit an observation with a unique photo from your devices. This makes the data more reliable.

HowToBeAGoodClimateWatcher

ClimateWatch smartphone app

Step 1: Citizen Science App Download

App Download

Download and install the free App on your Android device or on your iPhone via the App Stores linked below
Step 2: Register your SPOTTERON Citizen Science user account

Register

After starting the App, you can register your own user account on the platform with just your email address.
Step 3: Login and contribute in the Citizen Science App

Start!

Start observing! You are automatically logged-in after registering and you can add your first spot right away.
 

 

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