Summary after day 1 of the City Nature Challenge

Technically speaking it is not a challenge anymore, but an event. Still, even though everyone is acting within the legal limits prescribed it is looking good.
Firstly, a big thank you to every one of you that have uploaded observations, made identifications, or just supported those who have their eye on bugs instead of other responsibilities.

Three days to go.

Before we look at numbers I would like to add links to a few observations that stood out for me.

Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/43149059 Purely because it is a funny looking bird.

Raucous Toad (Sclerophrys capensis) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/43006297 Because for some reason people often do not want to touch this harmless toad.

Eggeater (Dasypeltis scabra ssp. Scabra) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/43058168 This snake is easily confused with the Night Adder.

Vervet Monkey (Chlorocebus pygerythrus) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/43138376 Who does not love to watch the antics of these funny monkeys?

Eyed Pansy (Junonia orithya madagascariensis) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/43164965 Watching a butterfly fluttering around always looks so carefree.

King Protea (Protea cynaroides) https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/43148520 Give credit where credit is due. Our national flower is lovely.

Over 2300 observations in 24 hours from 108 observers. Making it over 21 observations per observer.
Number of observations for:
Birds: 124
Amphibians: 4
Reptiles: 17
Mammals: 13
Molluscs, Arachnids & Insects: 234
Plants: 1404

Currently the Garden Route is placed 2nd in Southern Africa, and 7th Internationally.

Well, well done everyone. Put camera batteries on charge then go charge your batteries. Another big day tomorrow.

Posted on April 24, 2020 10:04 PM by shauns shauns

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