Wow - what an incredible few hours of observations!
The numbers and participation have exceeded all expectations so far! We are bound to end up with a truly impressive species list at the end of this first ever T&T Backyard Bioblitz. Thanks to ALL of you who have played a part in this success.
As we continue with the event, please:
*Try and at least choose a broad category (i.e. plant, bird, insect etc) when uploading your observations - this helps the experts assist with identification and speeds everything up.
*Continue to assist with identifications of other people's observations
*Tell friends to join - there is still time to contribute and be part of the event!
*Head out tonight with a torch and see what you can find in your backyard!
*Get up early tomorrow to fit in as much Bioblitzing as possible before midday!
Also please note that:
*There is no need to manually add observations to the project once you are a member, this should happen automatically
*A glitch in the phone app can make it look like you have been kicked off the project, but you haven't! Just keep uploading regardless!
*All observations must have been MADE during the Bioblitz period - but any of these that are UPLOADED after 12pm tomorrow will still be counted!
Continue to upload, ID, stay safe and have fun!
Team Bioblitz T&T
Time to start bioblitzing!
A few people are having issues getting observations to add to the project. One thing to check is whether the time zone on your iNaturalist account is in T&T time (GMT-4)...as the default assumes you are in Hawai'i! if you still have issues - let us know. ttbioblitz@gmail.com on facebook message on our group.
Bioblitz 2020 is almost upon us, and we can't wait to see what turns up in our backyards this weekend!
Remember, the objective is to photograph & upload as many species as possible between midday on Saturday and midday on Sunday.
The photos must be TAKEN within this period, but it is fine to continue to upload photos afterwards - they will still count if they were taken during the Bioblitz 24hrs.
Tune in to our Facebook page just before midday for a short live stream launch where Bioblitz committee members will offer 'top tips' for the weekend - and we will officially start the count! The facebook page will also be the place to follow updates in terms of what is being spotted during the weekend. https://www.facebook.com/TandTBioblitz