Bander Portal
Bander Portal
If you already have a federal permit or sub-permit to band birds, sign in to the new Bander Portal.
As a permittee you can now use the Bander Portal to submit your banding data to the Bird Banding Lab.
Bander Portal Video Tutorials
Bander Portal Video Tutorials
Explore our pre-recorded video tutorials on the Bander Portal.
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Banding and Encounter Data Requests
Banding and encounter data are available for research purposes. Individual banding data records exist electronically starting in 1960. Pre-1960 banding data are available only for birds that have been encountered. Individual encounter data are available from 1913.
Understanding BBL Codes
The BBL uses a variety of codes to facilitate the data management processes. Banders use these codes to report their banding and encounter data to the lab. These codes are present in data downloaded from the lab’s database, and can be deciphered using the following links.
Memos to All Banders and Bird Banding Notes
Explore the historical banding notes and memos to all banders (MTABs) since 1922. Learn how the capture and bird banding techniques have evolved and how they have played a critical role to monitor the status and trends of resident and migratory bird populations.