Your Explorer Tip Sheet

Tips on how to use the Bird Migration Explorer like a pro. | Trouble viewing this e-mail? Try our [web version](. [National Audubon Society]( [Sandhill Cranes.]( [Bird Migration Explorer Tips and Tricks]( The [Bird Migration Explorer]( is a first-of-its-kind, interactive, digital platform that visualizes the heroic annual journeys of 458 North American migratory species. Available in [English]( and [Spanish]( the platform makes it possible to delve into the fascinating world of migratory birds like never before. There’s a lot to discover with the Explorer—here are some tips and tricks to guide you on your next adventure: - For the best performance, only open the Explorer once in your browser. - Go to the “About'' section to learn more about the Explorer, founding partners, data providers, and information on methods and interpreting the maps. - In the “Map Layers” panel, you can turn layers off and on, and show descriptions of each layer. - Click on the “Data Providers” panel to see a full list of data sources for the map you are viewing. - On the “Species Migration” map, you can play or pause the map or drag the time slider at the bottom of the screen. You can also expand the slider to see bird distribution across multiple weeks. - Use the filters on the “Bird Species” panel to narrow your search, such as warblers that occur at your location this month. - Check out “Related Stories” on the “Bird Species and Conservation Challenge” pages to dive into the details about birds and the challenges they face. - For more tips on how to use the Explorer, [watch our explainer video](. We hope these tips help you in your quest to learn more about migratory birds, the journeys they make, and the challenges they experience along the way. Start your journey today! [Get Started]( Sandhill Cranes. Photo: Cindy Goeddel/Audubon Photography Awards CONNECT WITH US [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( [YouTube]( [DONATE]( [ADVOCATE]( [GET TEXT UPDATES]( National Audubon Society 225 Varick Street, New York, NY 10014 USA [(844) 428-3826](#) | [audubon.org]( © 2022 National Audubon Society, Inc. [Update your email address or unsubscribe](