Despite the rainy weather throughout New Jersey on May 8, 80 teams reported a cumulative total of 340 bird species identified along the Atlantic Flyway during the 38th annual World Series of Birding. The teams also raised more than $270,000 for bird conservation.
The 2021 winning team was The Wandering Tattlers, which raised $47,733 for bird conservation. The team that saw the most species of birds was Avian Avarice, with 173 sightings.
The World Series of Birding is a competitive “Big Day.” Teams have up to 24 hours (i.e.
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