Website status: All systems goanna.
228,584,418
Identifications
44,444,783
Observations
361,380
Species
908,289
People
Recent Observations
Contests In Progress
For observations made between 2023/08/25 and 2030/08/25
Submissions accepted up to 2030/08/25
Beaches are vibrant intersections of land and sea that embody both ecological diversity and cultural significance. They offer critical habitats for wildlife and serve as hubs for community recreation and heritage, making them key indicators of biocultural health.
86,695
Identifications
48,651
Observations
14,853
Species
4,673
People
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.
66,068
Identifications
24,579
Observations
7,854
Species
1,795
People
For observations made between 2022/01/01 and 2028/01/01
Submissions accepted up to 2028/01/01
Schools around the world are becoming Nature Realms, with students, teachers and staff working (and playing!) together as custodians of their natural environment. Contact Guardians of Earth to get your school set up as a Nature Realm today. Students can start playing one of the outdoor nature games, such as Spirits of the Realms; and don't forget the Global Schools BioQuest, which happens every April and October. Prizes for winners!
65,778
Identifications
29,634
Observations
12,678
Species
4,026
People
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. That's why more and more universities are creating Nature Realms on Guardians of Earth - and participating in the April/October BioQuests, or year-round through apps like Spirits of the Realms, or the Oracle of Life.
930,574
Identifications
369,575
Observations
93,215
Species
39,967
People
For observations made between 2020/05/28 and 2035/05/31
Submissions accepted up to 2035/05/31
The state of Queensland in Australia is rich with biodiversity and culture. That's why the schools of Queensland are preparing the next generation of bio-cultural guardians.
17,443
Identifications
7,664
Observations
3,063
Species
828
People
Past Contests
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.
8,276
Identifications
8,185
Observations
4,306
Species
1,180
People
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?
442
Identifications
480
Observations
290
Species
97
People
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.
2,376
Identifications
2,156
Observations
1,292
Species
363
People
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!
2,508
Identifications
2,329
Observations
1,518
Species
180
People
For observations made between 2023/04/30 and 2023/05/30
Submissions accepted up to 2023/05/31
89,067
Identifications
80,278
Observations
16,500
Species
7,586
People