Training: BBS Methodology - Methods and Equipment [page 5/34] Requirements for Participation in the BBS include: 1. Ability to identify all birds in area by appearance and vocalizations. Aural identification skills are very important since most birds detected along BBS routes are singing males. 2.Good hearing ability and eyesight. 3.Access to suitable transportation to complete the route. 4.Successful completion of this training program. 5. Willingness to participate for 2 or more years. « Prev - Training Main Menu - Next » U.S. Department of the Interior | U.S. Geological Survey Eastern Ecological Science Center Laurel, MD, USA 20708-4038 BBS Homepage Contact Us Last Modified:  2/5/2023 BBS Privacy Statement