Swiss Bird Monitoring Platform Hits 30 Million Milestone
Ornitho.ch reaches 30 million bird sightings, showcasing Switzerland's leading role in citizen science and environmental monitoring.

Key Takeaways
- The Swiss birdwatching platform ornitho.ch has recorded its 30 millionth bird sighting.
- Over 5,800 people use the ornitho.ch platform on a regular basis.
- The platform was launched in 2007 and has seen a sharp increase in usage since inception.
- Data collected is used for national and international research, including distribution atlases and environmental impact assessments.
By The Numbers
They Said
"Since its launch in 2007, we have seen a sharp increase."
"This is evidence of the continuing boom in nature observation."