Abstract
Summary Bird monitoring using audio recordings has beem recognized as an effective approach in citizen science. However, identifying species solely from recorded birdsongs requires considerable expertise. The authors previously developed "TORI-TORE," a quiz-based online training tool designed to improve birdsong identification skills, and demonstrated its effectiveness in enhancing species recognition and increasing interest in birds. To evaluate whether TORI-TORE is also effective in real recreational settings, a TORI-TORE experience event was held in 2024 for beginners interested in birdwatching. This paper reports on the event and aims to clarify: (1) changes in accuracy rates during training based on participants' quiz-answer histories; (2) participants’ interest in and attitudes toward birds as assessed through questionnaires; and (3) future challenges. Fourteen participants took part in the event and used TORI-TORE for 50 minutes in four groups. The results showed improved accuracy rates during training, increased interest in birds, and positive evaluations of TORI-TORE. The findings provide insights into how participants can effectively learn about birds while maintaining interest and satisfaction in educational birdwatching events, although general challenges such as event reliability and preparation costs remain.
