Project Name Organization Category Location Description Website
eBird Cornell Lab of Ornithology Bird Watching Global A platform for bird watchers to report sightings and contribute to a global database of bird populations. https://ebird.org
Zooniverse Zooniverse Citizen Science Global A platform for people-powered research through online projects across various disciplines. https://www.zooniverse.org
Foldit University of Washington Biology/Chemistry Global A game that enables players to fold proteins to help scientists understand protein folding. https://fold.it
Galaxy Zoo Zooniverse Astronomy Global A project that allows volunteers to classify galaxies through images captured by telescopes. https://www.galaxyzoo.org
iNaturalist California Academy of Sciences Biodiversity Global A community where people can share observations of living organisms and contribute to biodiversity research. https://www.inaturalist.org
Landsat Challenge NASA Satellite Imagery Global A challenge that encourages innovative uses for Landsat data to solve community issues. https://www.nasa.gov/landsat
Project Noah Project Noah Biodiversity Global A tool to document and share wildlife sightings in your community. https://www.projectnoah.org
Citizen Weather Observer Program CWOP Weather Global A citizen science program that collects weather data from personal weather stations. https://cwop.org
CitizenScience.gov White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Policy USA An initiative to promote the use of citizen science across government agencies. https://www.citizenscience.gov
Microplastics Pollution Various Organizations Environmental Science Global A project focusing on tracking and quantifying microplastics in water bodies. https://www.microplastics-project.org
NASA's Eyes on the Earth NASA Earth Science Global A project that allows users to explore the Earth and its environment through a 3D visualization platform. https://eyes.nasa.gov
Great Backyard Bird Count Cornell Lab of Ornithology Bird Watching USA and Canada An annual citizen science project to count birds in backyards. https://www.birdcount.org
Coral Triangle Initiative Coral Triangle Initiative Marine Conservation Southeast Asia A collaborative engagement among Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, and Papua New Guinea to protect the Coral Triangle. https://www.coraltriangleinitiative.org
Record Nature Record Nature Biodiversity UK A platform to record biodiversity data and share it for conservation purposes. https://www.record-nature.org
Snapshot Serengeti University of Minnesota Wildlife Conservation Tanzania A project using camera traps to study wildlife populations in Serengeti National Park. https://www.snapshotserengeti.org
Water Quality Monitoring Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Community-based programs to monitor and report water quality in local waterways. https://www.waterqualitymonitoring.com
Bat Watch Bat Conservation Trust Wildlife Conservation UK A project for the public to report bat sightings and help researchers study bat populations. https://www.bats.org.uk
Bumblebee Watch Canadian Wildlife Federation Wildlife Conservation North America A citizen science project focused on monitoring bumblebee populations. https://www.bumblebeewatch.org
Plastics Challenge Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Challenges to reduce plastic pollution by engaging citizen scientists in data collection. https://www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org
Nature's Notebook USA National Phenology Network Phenology USA A project to track the timing of seasonal changes in plants and animals. https://www.usanpn.org/natures_notebook
CoCoRaHS Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network Weather USA and Canada A network of volunteers measuring precipitation using simple rain gauges. https://www.cocorahs.org
TreeMap Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community-driven mapping of trees in urban areas to evaluate their benefits. https://www.treemap.org
CoralWatch University of Queensland Marine Science Australia A citizen science project to monitor coral health and stress by assessing color. https://www.coralwatch.org
HerpMapper HerpMapper Project Wildlife Conservation USA A platform for reporting observations of reptiles and amphibians. https://www.herpmapper.org
Firefly Watch Massachusetts Audubon Society Citizen Science USA A program for people to track firefly populations and monitor their trends. https://www.massaudubon.org/fireflywatch
Hummingbird Monitoring Network Hummingbird Monitoring Network Bird Watching USA A project to monitor hummingbird populations across the Americas. https://www.hummingbirdmonitoring.net
Urban Bird Treaty US Fish and Wildlife Service Bird Conservation USA A project to engage urban communities in bird conservation efforts. https://www.fws.gov/program/urban-bird-treaty
Plant Watch NatureWatch Canada Botany Canada A project that engages citizens in tracking flowering times of plants to observe climate change effects. https://www.naturewatch.ca
OpenStreetMap OpenStreetMap Mapping Global A collaborative map project that allows volunteers to create and edit map data. https://www.openstreetmap.org
Marine Conservation Society Marine Conservation Society Marine Conservation UK Encourages citizen action to protect marine environments and species. https://www.mcsuk.org
Great British Bee Count Friends of the Earth Biodiversity UK A campaign encouraging the public to record bee sightings to help monitor bee health. https://www.greatbritishbeecount.co.uk
Ants on the Move AntMaps Ecology Global Project for volunteers to report ant sightings and contribute to ant biodiversity data. https://antmaps.org
HawkWatch Hawk Migration Association of North America Bird Watching USA A project tracking raptor migrations across North America. https://www.hawkmigration.org
Climate Change Indicators US Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Science USA Collection of climate change data by volunteers to monitor environmental indicators. https://www.epa.gov/climate-indicators
Shark Spotters Shark Spotters Marine Conservation South Africa Volunteers help monitor shark activity to improve coastal safety. https://www.sharkspotters.org.za
FrogWatch USA Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Wildlife Conservation USA A program to monitor frog populations and their habitats through citizen reporting. https://www.frogwatch.net
CrowdWater CrowdWater Project Water Quality Global A citizen science tool for collecting data on water levels and quality in rivers. https://www.crowdwater.ch
BeeSpotter Michigan State University Biodiversity USA Citizen scientists report bee observations to help track species diversity. https://www.beespotter.msu.edu
Science Near Me Citizen Science Association General USA A platform for finding local citizen science projects and events. https://www.sciencenearme.org
Salmon Watersheds Various Organizations Aquatic Ecology North America Programs to monitor salmon populations and their habitats through community engagement. https://www.salmonwatersheds.org
Soundscapes of the Bay San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory Wildlife Conservation USA Project that monitors and analyzes soundscapes in natural environments. https://www.sfbbo.org
Climate Change and Freshwater Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Citizen scientists monitor freshwater ecosystems to assess climate change impacts. https://www.climatefreshwater.org
Freshwater Watch Earthwatch Water Quality Global A project where citizens monitor the health of freshwater ecosystems. https://freshwaterwatch.thewaterhub.org
Great Citizen Science Challenge Various Organizations General Global Encourages communities to engage in various citizen science projects. https://greatcsc.org
Indigenous Coral Monitoring Indigenous Groups Marine Conservation Australia Collaboration with Indigenous groups to monitor coral reefs. https://www.indigenouscoralmonitoring.org
Wildlife Sightings Various Apps Wildlife Conservation Global Mobile apps for reporting and tracking wildlife sightings. https://wildlifesightingsapp.com
Run for Wildlife Wildlife Conservation Organizations Physical Activity Global A citizen science initiative connecting nature walks and wildlife counts with fitness. https://runforwildlife.org
TerraCycle Community Recycling TerraCycle Recycling Global Community-driven recycling initiatives to reduce waste and improve environmental health. https://www.terracycle.com
Nature's Voice Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community recordings of local wildlife sounds to understand ecosystem health. https://www.naturesvoice.org
Rivers of the Future Environmental Groups Water Quality Global Community efforts to monitor and restore river ecosystems. https://www.riversofthefuture.org
Wildlife Tracking Various Apps Wildlife Conservation Global Apps enabling citizens to track and report wildlife movement and population changes. https://wildlifetrackingapp.com
Street Tree census TreeKeepers Urban Ecology USA Mapping and monitoring street trees in urban environments. https://www.streettreecensus.org
Neighborhood Nestwatch Cornell Lab of Ornithology Bird Watching USA A project that helps citizens monitor and report on bird nesting activities. https://www.neighborhoodnestwatch.org
Wildlife Journal Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global A journaling initiative for observing and tracking wildlife in local areas. https://www.wildlifejournal.org
Marine Debris Tracker Georgia Sea Grant Environmental Science Global A project for tracking marine debris and its impacts on communities. https://www.marinedebris.uga.edu
Nature's Notebook for Kids USA National Phenology Network Phenology USA Encouraging young people to observe and record seasonal changes in nature. https://www.usanpn.org/kids
Pigeon Watch Cornell University Urban Ecology USA A project to study urban pigeon behaviors and movements through citizen reporting. https://www.pigeonwatch.org
TreeCheck Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global A community engagement initiative to monitor tree health and urban canopy cover. https://www.treecheck.org
iSpot Nature Open University Biodiversity UK A platform for sharing and identifying wildlife observations to improve biological knowledge. https://www.ispotnature.org
Chasing Coral Chasing Coral Team Marine Conservation Global A project documenting coral bleaching through community-funded film and data. https://www.chasingcoral.com
BeeKind Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation Global Community initiatives to protect and cultivate habitats beneficial to bees. https://www.beekind.org
Mosquito ID Various Organizations Biodiversity Global An initiative to report and identify mosquito species to study their impacts on ecosystems. https://www.mosquitoid.org
Wildflower Watch Botanical Gardens Biodiversity USA Engaging volunteers to monitor wildflower species and their blooming. https://www.wildflowerwatch.org
Citizen Science for Sustainable Cities Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community science projects focusing on urban sustainability and ecology. https://www.citizensciencesustainablecities.org
Trash Tracker Environmental NGOs Environmental Science Global Citizen monitoring for marine and terrestrial trash, and clean-up efforts. https://www.trashtracker.org
Whale Watching for Science Various Organizations Marine Science Global Volunteers report whale sightings to assist in monitoring whale populations. https://www.whalewatchingforscience.org
Youth Climate Challenge Youth Organizations Climate Change Global Engaging youth in citizen science projects related to climate change solutions. https://www.youthclimatechallenge.org
Earth Rangers Earth Rangers Wildlife Conservation Canada A platform for children to engage in conservation actions and citizen science projects. https://www.earthrangers.com
ShroomSnap Various Organizations Mycology Global A project where citizen scientists can record mushroom observations and share identifications. https://www.shroomsnap.org
Weather Underground Weather Underground Weather Monitoring Global A community of weather enthusiasts sharing local weather data through personal stations. https://www.wunderground.com
Fisheries Monitoring Various Organizations Aquatic Ecosystems Global Initiatives where communities monitor fish stocks and aquatic health. https://www.fisheriesmonitoring.org
Orchid Observations American Orchid Society Botany Global Engagement of citizen scientists in monitoring orchid populations and locations. https://www.orchidobservations.org
EcoAction Community Fund Government of Canada Environmental Science Canada Funding programs for community-led environmental projects and citizen science initiatives. https://www.ecoaction.gc.ca
Climate Change Education and Citizen Science Various Organizations Education Global Programs integrating education, citizen science, and climate change awareness. https://www.citizenscienceeducation.org
Nature Conservancy Volunteer Projects Nature Conservancy Biodiversity Global Volunteer projects that involve community members in conservation work and citizen science. https://www.nature.org
Wildlife Sketch Different NGOs Wildlife Conservation Global A program where participants can sketch local wildlife and contribute to biodiversity documentation. https://www.wildlifesketch.org
Habitat Heroes Canadian Wildlife Federation Wildlife Conservation Canada ENGAGE communities in creating and maintaining habitats for wildlife through citizen science. https://www.habitatheroes.ca
Wildlife Conservation Society's Citizen Science Projects Wildlife Conservation Society Wildlife Conservation Global Programs involving the public in monitoring wildlife in various ecosystems. https://www.wcs.org
The Flu Tracker Various Organizations Health Global A citizen science program where individuals report flu symptoms to track disease spread. https://www.flutracker.org
Conservation Dogs Conservation Dog Teams Wildlife Conservation USA Using trained dogs to help locate wildlife through community-led search events. https://www.conservationdogs.com
Pollinator Partnership Pollinator Partnership Pollinator Conservation USA A network of initiatives aimed at promoting pollinator health through community actions. https://www.pollinator.org
Nature Counts Nature Counts Biodiversity Canada A community-based biodiversity monitoring program for various species. https://www.naturecounts.ca
TreeHugger Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community initiatives focused on tree planting and urban greening through citizen science. https://www.treehugger.org
EagleCam Various Organizations Wildlife Monitoring USA Live streaming of eagle nests and citizen engagement in monitoring populations. https://www.eaglecam.org
Cool Science Various Organizations General Global Engagement of communities in fun, hands-on science experiments and projects. https://www.coolscience.org
Sea Turtle Watch Sea Turtle Conservancy Marine Conservation USA A volunteer program for monitoring sea turtle nests and populations. https://www.seaturtlewatch.org
Biodiversity Christmas Count National Audubon Society Bird Watching USA Annual count of birds during the Christmas season by citizen scientists. https://www.christmascount.org
Pollinator Pathways Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation USA Collaborative efforts to create corridors for pollinator movement through urban landscapes. https://www.pollinatorpathways.org
Your Wildlife North Carolina State University Biodiversity USA Citizen science project for documenting and reporting local wildlife in urban and rural areas. https://yourwildlife.org
Columbia Basin Fish and Wildlife Various Organizations Aquatic Ecology USA Collecting community data on fish and wildlife health in the Columbia Basin. https://www.columbiabasinfishandwildlife.org
Bear Tracks Various Organizations Wildlife Monitoring North America Citizen monitoring program to track bear populations and movements. https://www.beartracks.org
National Parks Citizen Science Programs National Park Service Biodiversity USA Programs engaging park visitors in scientific research and data collection. https://www.nps.gov/citizenscience
Beach Watchers Washington Sea Grant Marine Conservation USA Engaging volunteers in monitoring and preserving beach ecosystems. https://www.beachwatchers.org
Garden BirdWatch British Trust for Ornithology Bird Watching UK A project for individuals to monitor birds visiting their gardens. https://www.bto.org/our-work/community/volunteering/garden-birdwatch
Fruit Tree Mapping Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community projects to map and monitor fruit tree locations and harvests. https://www.fruittree.org
Schoolyard Habitat Program National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Conservation USA Encouraging school communities to create wildlife habitats and engage students in citizen science. https://www.nwf.org/schoolyardhabitats
Pollinator Health Monitoring Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation Global Engaging communities in monitoring the health of pollinator species. https://www.pollinatorhealthmonitoring.org
Urban Bird Counts Various Organizations Bird Watching Global Community-based bird counting initiatives in urban areas to monitor populations. https://www.urbanbirdcounts.org
Lighthouse Lab Various Organizations Genetics USA A community initiative to study genetic diversity in various species. https://www.lighthouselab.org
migratory birds project BirdLife International Bird Watching Global A collaborative project engaging volunteers to track migratory patterns of birds. https://www.birdlife.org/migratory-birds
Citizen Science for Clean Water Various Organizations Water Quality USA Community engagement initiatives for monitoring and improving water quality in local areas. https://www.cleanscience.org
Wetlands Monitoring Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Community projects for monitoring wetland health and biodiversity. https://www.wetlandsmonitoring.org
Ant Study Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Citizen-scientists contribute to ant research through data collection and identification. https://www.antstudy.org
Fishing for Facts Various Organizations Aquatic Ecology Global Engaging fishing communities in monitoring fish populations and habitats for better management. https://www.fishingforfacts.org
Community Bird Sounds Various Organizations Bird Monitoring Global Collaboration to gather bird sound recordings for identification and research. https://www.communitybirdsounds.org
Wildlife Tracker Apps Different Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Citizen science applications to report wildlife sightings and monitor populations. https://wildlifetrackerapps.com
Freshwater Ecosystem Monitoring Various Organizations Aquatic Science Global Community projects monitoring freshwater ecosystems and biodiversity. https://www.freshwaterecosystemmonitoring.org
Archéologie et patrimonialisation Various Organizations History France Using citizen involvement for archaeological recording and historical site documentation. https://www.archeologie-patrimoine.org
Citizen Focus on Soil Health Various Organizations Soil Science Global Engaging citizens in monitoring soil health and promoting sustainable practices. https://www.citizensoilhealth.org
Invasive Species Watch Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community initiatives for monitoring and reporting invasive species. https://www.invasivespecieswatch.org
Roadkill Surveys Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Citizen initiatives to report and monitor roadkill incidents to understand wildlife impacts and safety. https://www.roadkillsurveys.org
Walk for Wildlife Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Involving communities in walks to monitor and report on local wildlife populations. https://www.walkforwildlife.org
Green Space Guardians Various Organizations Urban Ecology Global Community engagement projects for monitoring and caring for green spaces and urban biodiversity. https://www.greenspaceguardians.org
Nature Photography Project Different NGOs Wildlife Conservation Global A project encouraging citizen photographers to capture and document wildlife. https://www.naturephotographyproject.org
Community Climate Countdown Various Organizations Climate Change Global Community-driven initiatives for monitoring and addressing local climate change impacts. https://www.communityclimatecountdown.org
Birdhouse Buddy Various Organizations Bird Conservation USA Engaging communities in building and monitoring birdhouses for nesting birds. https://www.birdhousebuddy.org
Urban Pollinator Project Pollinator Partnership Biodiversity USA Community efforts to create habitats for pollinators in urban areas. https://www.urbanpollinatorproject.org
Access to Nature Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community engagement initiatives to promote accessibility to natural areas and biodiversity. https://www.accesstonature.org
Citizens for Wildlife Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global A collaborative program for sharing wildlife data and monitoring trends. https://www.citizensforwildlife.org
Natural History Data Collection Various Museums Biodiversity Global Public engagement in documenting and collecting natural history data. https://www.naturalhistorydatacollection.org
Trees for Cities Various Organizations Urban Ecology UK Community-led initiatives for planting and preserving trees in urban areas. https://www.treesforcities.org
Virtual Volunteers Various Organizations General Global Engaging volunteers in virtual projects and citizen science initiatives. https://www.virtualvolunteers.org
Community Beach Survey Beach Conservation Organizations Marine Conservation USA Engaging citizens in monitoring beach health and wildlife. https://www.communitybeachsurvey.org
Digital Mapping Projects Various Organizations Mapping Global Collaborative mapping efforts through digitized formats and citizen input. https://www.digitalmappingprojects.org
Citizen Conservation Corps Various Organizations Conservation USA Community-led efforts for environmental restoration and monitoring. https://www.citizencorps.org
Urban Watershed Partnerships Various Organizations Water Quality USA Community monitoring and initiatives for improving urban waterways. https://www.urbanwatershedpartnerships.org
Plants for Pollinators Various Organizations Pollinator Conservation Global Community initiatives focusing on planting native flowers and plants to support pollinators. https://www.plantsforpollinators.org
Community Nature Records Various Organizations Biodiversity Global A database of community-collected biodiversity records through citizen science. https://www.communitynaturerecords.org
OceanWatch Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global Engaging citizens in monitoring ocean health and marine projects. https://www.oceanwatch.org
Local Flora and Fauna Monitoring Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community initiatives to monitor and record local plant and animal species. https://www.localfloraandfaunamonitoring.org
TreeCorps Various Organizations Urban Ecology USA Engaging communities in tree planting, monitoring, and caring for urban trees. https://www.treecorps.org
NatureLab Various Organizations General Global Community engagement in hands-on science experiments and monitoring. https://www.naturelab.org
Raptor Nest Monitoring Various Organizations Bird Conservation USA Community initiatives for monitoring and maintaining raptor nests in local areas. https://www.raptornestmonitoring.org
Community Gardens for Wildlife Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Encouraging community gardens as habitats for urban wildlife. https://www.communitygardensforwildlife.org
CrowdMapping Various Organizations Mapping Global Citizen-led projects for mapping geographical and ecological features. https://www.crowdmapping.org
Birds of Prey Project Various Organizations Wildlife Monitoring USA Engagement of citizens in monitoring and studying birds of prey populations. https://www.birdsofpreyproject.org
Name That Insect Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Encouraging citizens to identify and document insect species. https://www.namethatinsect.org
Kids for Conservation Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Engaging children in wildlife conservation and citizen science projects. https://www.kidsforconservation.org
Nature Journal Project Various Organizations Biodiversity Global A community initiative for documenting nature through journaling and observations. https://www.naturejournalproject.org
Marine Mammal Observing Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global Engaging citizens in reporting and monitoring marine mammals. https://www.marinemammalobserving.org
Local Species Tracking Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Community initiatives to track and report on local species populations. https://www.localspeciestracking.org
Reef Monitoring Program Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global A program engaging citizens in monitoring and assessing coral reef health. https://www.reefmonitoringprogram.org
Bird Migration Count Various Organizations Bird Monitoring Global Citizen science initiatives for tracking bird migration and behavior. https://www.birdmigrationcount.org
Plant Diversity Project Various Organizations Botany Global Community-driven project for monitoring and documenting plant species diversity. https://www.plantdiversityproject.org
Soundscape Monitoring Various Organizations Acoustic Ecology Global Engaging communities in monitoring environmental sounds and their patterns. https://www.soundscapemonitoring.org
Nature Watchers Various Organizations Biodiversity USA Community initiatives for monitoring and sharing wildlife sightings and data. https://www.naturewatchers.org
Green Spaces for Wildlife Various Organizations Urban Ecology USA Engaging communities in creating and preserving green spaces for wildlife. https://www.greenspacesforwildlife.org
Community-led Coastal Cleanup Various Organizations Marine Conservation Global Engaging communities in coastal cleanups and monitoring marine environments. https://www.coastcleanup.org
Archaeology for All Various Organizations Archaeology Global Citizen engagement in archaeological digs and documentation. https://www.archaeologyforall.org
Nature's Health Monitoring Various Organizations General Health Global Community-based monitoring of ecosystems and public health linkages. https://www.natureshealthmonitoring.org
Local Land Use Monitoring Various Organizations Environmental Science Global Citizen initiatives monitoring land use changes and impacts. https://www.locallandusemonitoring.org
Community Wildlife Management Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Community-led initiatives for wildlife conservation and habitat management. https://www.communitywildlifemanagement.org
Sound of Nature Project Various Organizations Acoustic Ecology Global Engaging citizens to record the sounds of their local environments. https://www.naturesoundproject.org
Community Watershed Restoration Various Organizations Water Quality USA Engaging communities in restoring and monitoring watershed health. https://www.communitywatershedrestoration.org
Urban Wildlife Rescue Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation USA Engaging the public in rescuing and rehabilitating injured wildlife in urban areas. https://www.urbanwildliferescue.org
Nature Thank You Card Project Various Organizations Art and Nature Global A creative initiative for expressing gratitude to nature through art and community engagement. https://www.naturethankyoucard.org
Island Biodiversity Watch Various Organizations Biodiversity Global Monitoring and reporting on biodiversity in island ecosystems. https://www.islandbiodiversitywatch.org
Sustainable Fishing Project Various Organizations Aquatic Science Global Community-led efforts for monitoring and promoting sustainable fishing practices. https://www.sustainablefishingproject.org
Nature Trails Monitoring Various Organizations Ecotourism Global Engagement of communities in monitoring and maintaining nature trails and parks. https://www.naturetrailsmonitoring.org
Wildlife Observation Weekends Various Organizations Wildlife Conservation Global Community engagement projects for wildlife observation and data tracking. https://www.wildlifeobservationweekends.org