Academics v birdwatchers

[brian fleming <>]

"What authority is there for the bird data?"

This is exactly why we should get our observations into print!
Anthea Fleming


michael norris wrote:
> Hi Russell and all
>
> With very great respect that misses the point that amateurs have a lot 
> to offer (as you do in your way).
> Citizen science is highly respected across the globe but it seems that 
> we in Australia are supposed to leave it to the experts.
> Challenge a Council Plan and you may be asked what authority there is 
> for the bird data.
> And how many Councils encourage citizen science in their search for 
> evidence-based policies?
> We birdos need encouragement - not barriers - to contributing to policy.
>
> Michael Norris
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