Biosmart

88,153,994
Identifications

17,697,253
Observations

215,076
Species

367,105
People

Recent Observations

Contests In Progress

Pest Invaders BioQuest, 2024

For observations made between 2024/01/01 and 2024/06/30

Submissions accepted up to 2024/06/30

Embark on a fun, real-world adventure that will open your eyes to our beautiful environment and the world of invasive pests. Get outdoors to capture (with photos!) as many insect, weeds and pest animals as you can. You’ll score points for every verified sighting, with extra points if you can identify what you’ve found. And even more points if you find something rare or interesting.

2,050
Identifications

1,847
Observations

1,029
Species

275
People

Beaches

For observations made between 2023/08/25 and 2030/08/25

Submissions accepted up to 2030/08/25

A test group/bundle of realms to be tested on the new bundle/grouping page.

241
Identifications

226
Observations

177
Species

49
People

My Yard

For observations made between 2023/03/27 and 2028/01/01

Submissions accepted up to 2028/01/02

This is for people who want to explore the magic of the place where they live.

4,319
Identifications

2,342
Observations

1,456
Species

321
People

Schools

For observations made between 2022/01/01 and 2025/06/01

Submissions accepted up to 2025/06/01

Competition for which School has the most biodiversity in their School Grounds

25,228
Identifications

11,989
Observations

4,203
Species

1,357
People

Universities

For observations made between 2022/01/01 and 2028/01/01

Submissions accepted up to 2028/01/01

University campuses are a great place to measure biodiversity and engage young (and old) people with nature awareness, research and conservation.

90,227
Identifications

80,043
Observations

32,324
Species

11,788
People

Past Contests

Schools BioQuest, April 2024

For observations made between 2024/04/01 and 2024/04/30

Submissions accepted up to 2024/04/30

Nature is the best classroom, and it's waiting right outside! Embark on a thrilling journey of discovery and competition. From the schoolyard to the park, every species counts. Are you ready to champion your school's team?

450
Identifications

477
Observations

263
Species

92
People

University BioQuest, April 2024

For observations made between 2024/04/01 and 2024/04/30

Submissions accepted up to 2024/04/30

Step out of the lecture halls and dive into the real world of biodiversity! Explore, discover, and compete. Whether you're a budding biologist or just nature-curious, this is your chance to make an impact. Join your team. Map your Nature Realm. Explore the world.

8,284
Identifications

7,877
Observations

4,083
Species

1,114
People

Australian Councils FungiQuest

For observations made between 2023/05/01 and 2023/06/01

Submissions accepted up to 2023/06/01

A competition between Australian Councils to map the fungi universe!

2,537
Identifications

2,329
Observations

1,546
Species

180
People