<p dir="ltr">This guidance note provides information on the use of audio digital devices together with sound analysis software for the monitoring of birds and bats in the UK. The guidance is based on a case study where AudioMoths (a type of digital audio device) together with BirdNET analyzer and Kaleidoscope Pro software were used to monitor bird and bat activity across a range of upland habitats on a Scottish hill farm.</p>
Funding
This work was supported by the Rural and Environment Science and Analytical Services Division of the Scottish Government as part of the 2022-2027 Strategic Research Programme (Project D4-1 - Seeking multiple benefits from natural carbon stores in the uplands)