What is it

A BioBlitz is a communal citizen-science effort to record as many species as possible, within a designated location and time period, using the iNaturalist app.

bee on a dandelion

Why you should participate

Contribute to science!

Every observation can contribute to biodiversity science, from the rarest butterfly to the most common backyard weed. We share your findings with scientific data repositories like the Global Biodiversity Information Facility to help scientists find and use your data for scientific biodiversity conservation purposes. All you have to do is observe.

rabbit eating a flower

When is it

April 25-28 2025

monarch butterfly on milkweed plant

How does it work

  1. Download the iNaturalist app
  2. Create an account
  3. Record your observations
  4. Share with fellow naturalists
  5. Discuss your findings

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