Information for surveyors

Already taking part in a BTO survey? This page contains links to information that may help you with your surveying.

Contact your regional organiser

Find the contact details for the regional network organiser in your area.

Online surveys

Access your surveys via your My BTO page.

FAQs about online surveys

Tools and information

Develop your skills with our articles on survey skills.

How to read grid references
Species codes

Species codes (PDF, 107.70 KB)
Health and safety information
Birdwatcher's Code

Birdwatcher's Code (PDF, 167.20 KB)

Bird tracking — a masterclass

Phil Atkinson explains the technology behind tracking.

Case Study

BTO Data Reports

Our reports provide rigorous scientific information to inform Environmental Impact Assessments in the UK.

a flock of Knots. Photograph by Rob Robinson

Event

Counting birds and the Wetland Bird Survey (Tuesday 27 September, 10am)

This course involves one online session of about 1 hour 45 minutes, with a trainer:participant ratio of about 1:30. Participants' microphones are muted during the presentations but there is a large interactive component...

Information for surveyors

Contact your regional organiser

Online surveys

Tools and information

Species codes

Birdwatcher's Code

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