A synthesis of data, tools, and resources for avian research and conservation planning in Canada

This Special Feature highlights the latest developments in data management and analysis tools used for avian research in Canada. It explores how centralized systems for collecting, stewarding, analyzing, and sharing bird data are enhancing biodiversity research and conservation efforts. The collection showcases the integration of professional and citizen science data, the development of interoperable, open-source data repositories, and the creation of user-friendly decision-support tools and reporting platforms. These advancements are crucial in resolving knowledge gaps, identifying emerging threats, and ensuring that the vast amounts of data currently available on birds are used most effectively leveraged to support research and conservation. This Special Feature will have broad appeal to ornithologists, conservation practitioners, and policymakers, demonstrating how innovative data management and analysis approaches are advancing our understanding of avian ecology and supporting evidence-based conservation strategies.