Bird Feeder Daily Log Worksheet
Printable WorksheetBird Feeder Daily Log
Fish and Wildlife Management Merit Badge — Requirement 5b
Print 14 copies — one per day for the required two-week observation period
Daily Observation Details
Date
Observation start time
Observation end time
Temperature (approx.)
Sunny
Partly cloudy
Overcast
Rain / Snow
Windy
Calm
Bird Species Observed Today
List each species seen at or near the feeder. Record the maximum number seen at one time, which feeder they used, and any notable behavior.
| Species Name | Max # at once | Feeder used (A, B, ground) | Behavior notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Daily Notes
Anything unusual today? New species, interesting behavior, predator visit, weather effect on activity?
Two-Week Summary (complete on Day 14)
Total species observed across 14 days
Most common species
Most surprising species
What patterns did you notice? (weather effects, time-of-day patterns, species interactions)
Counselor Sign-Off
Scout's name
Counselor signature
Date reviewed