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Global Warming, Habitat loss and fragmentation, Ocean Acidification, Chemical, Light, and Noise Pollution, increasing Human Population are some of the leading causes of significant decline in Global Biodiversity. 

 It is imperative that we take action wherever we are right now. 

So, grow a wildflower habitat, practice 4Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle, rebuy), pick up trash, clean the beach, adopt a vegan lifestyle and help wildlife thrive…

To learn more about the importance of biodiversity and find tools and resources for projects for educators, citizen scientists, and young people, check out these amazing organizations and websites:

Earth Echo International

“EarthEcho International’s Educator Resources are a collection of videos, lesson plans, and other materials designed to support high-quality classroom experiences. They are unique tools to assist educators as they equip young people to explore and protect their local natural resources. Many of the resources are designed to satisfy Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards.”

Journey North

“In its 25th year, Journey North is one of North America’s premiere citizen science programs for people of all ages. The project has broad participation, with over 60,000 registered sites in the US, Canada, and Mexico — including families, teachers, schools, nature centers, professional scientists and novices. Journey North provides an easy entry point to citizen science, with simple protocols, strong online support, and immediate results. Reported sightings are mapped in real-time as waves of migrations move across the continent. People report sightings from the field, view maps, take pictures, and leave comments. “

Xerces Society

“As a trusted source for science-based information and advice, the Xerces Society harnesses the knowledge of scientists and the enthusiasm of everyday people to implement conservation and education programs. Since 1971, we have defended endangered species and the places they depend on, produced groundbreaking publications on insect conservation, trained thousands of farmers and land managers to preserve and maintain habitat, and raised awareness about the invertebrates of towns, forests, prairies, deserts, and oceans.” To view resources relevant to where you live and work, start by selecting your region from the map or the list.Click here for resources suitable across North America.

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology

“We take an inquiry-based approach to science and provide educators with materials and professional development that support them in helping kids:
  • Develop science process skills by asking and answering their own questions inspired by observations
  • Spend time outdoors, connecting with nature by focusing on the fascinating sights, sounds, and behaviors of birds
  • Be engaged by the real-world importance of the data they enter online, which scientists use to understand and conserve birds”

All About Birds

“Here you’ll find detailed information on more than 600 North American bird species, tips on how to attract and enjoy birds, an extensive section on FAQs and answers to common problems, as well as news and feature stories from our award-winning Living Bird magazine. You can also use our search box to find pages from any other Cornell Lab websites including eBird, Project FeederWatch, NestWatch, Macaulay Library, and others.”

eBird

“eBird is among the world’s largest biodiversity-related science projects, with more than 100 million bird sightings contributed annually by eBirders around the world and an average participation growth rate of approximately 20% year over year. A collaborative enterprise with hundreds of partner organizations, thousands of regional experts, and hundreds of thousands of users, eBird is managed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.”

iNaturalist

“One of the world’s most popular nature apps, iNaturalist helps you identify the plants and animals around you. Get connected with a community of over a million scientists and naturalists who can help you learn more about nature! What’s more, by recording and sharing your observations, you’ll create research quality data for scientists working to better understand and protect nature.”