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Phenological observation

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-007901

The systematic recording of the timing of recurring biological events in plants and animals, especially as they relate to seasonal and climatic changes. These observations track events like leaf emergence, flowering, fruit ripening, bird migration, and insect hatching. Such data are collected through citizen science programs and dedicated research networks, often using standardized protocols.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-007901
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
See alsoPhenology
Record as JSON
{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007901",
  "term": "Phenological observation",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The systematic recording of the timing of recurring biological events in plants and animals, especially as they relate to seasonal and climatic changes. These observations track events like leaf emergence, flowering, fruit ripening, bird migration, and insect hatching. Such data are collected through citizen science programs and dedicated research networks, often using standardized protocols.",
  "see_also": [
    "phenology"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/phenological-observation/"
}

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