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172,339,584
Identifications
32,769,614
Observations
293,956
Species
618,925
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.
30,003
Identifications
11,817
Observations
5,329
Species
1,474
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.
7,718
Identifications
5,204
Observations
3,062
Species
643
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.
800,633
Identifications
259,198
Observations
63,052
Species
25,636
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!
50,305
Identifications
19,409
Observations
7,557
Species
2,512
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.
16,242
Identifications
6,731
Observations
2,358
Species
656
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.
8,243
Identifications
8,173
Observations
4,293
Species
1,181
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.
2,373
Identifications
2,156
Observations
1,288
Species
364
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!
2,506
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
88,973
Identifications
80,259
Observations
16,417
Species
7,563
People