Citizen Science Monitoring
What is citizen science?
Citizen science is the practice of the public actively participating in scientific research. This can involve collecting data, monitoring, analyzing, or interpreting results, often in collaboration with professional scientists. The goal is to expand scientific knowledge and address real-world problems.
Citizen science websites/apps
See below for more information on some of these platforms.
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NatureKit
NatureKit is a free online mapping and data exploration tool for biodiversity and environmental data. Using the mapping tool, you can focus in on an area of interest and see what records already exist.
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iNaturalist
iNaturalist helps you identify and record your observations of the natural world and share these observations with scientists and other naturalists. Visit the Living Bung Yarnda iNaturalist project page to sign up and share your observations.