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Note: Based on publicly available guides; verify details on official sites. Table of Contents What Is eBird and Why Does Cornell Lab Citizen Science Need Your Sightings? How Does Merlin Bird ID Setup Connect to Your eBird Lists? Before you apply / consult How Do You Submit Your First Birding Checklist? Can You Use eBIRD TEAM INFORMATION for Group Birding Events? Setting up an eBird account takes about ten minutes and opens the door to Cornell Lab's global bird database. I use eBird on weekend walks and local park visits, and the same Cornell Lab login also powers Merlin Bird ID on my phone. This walkthrough covers registration, app setup, your first checklist, and what to know before you share data with researchers. Sources archives.gov loc.gov USA.gov (Updated: 2026.07.21) Got a packing or planning tip we missed? Share it in the comments below—readers learn best from real workflows. What Is eBird and Why Does Cornell Lab Citizen Science Need Your Sightings? eBird is a free c...