Supporting citizen science
- Are you interested in science and sustainability?
- Do you come from a non-scientific background?
- Are you looking to improve the environment of your local community?
- Do you just want to learn more about the waterways, plants and animals in your area?
Citizen science is a field of research that invites communities and individuals to participate in the scientific process of collecting and analysing data from the natural world. In various programs and apps, people without a scientific background or qualifications can get involved to help make Sydney’s waterways a better place through this public collaboration. The best part about citizen science is anyone can participate!
Get Involved
| Name | Developer | About | Supported Devices |
| Aussie Bird Count | BirdLife Australia | Learn about local birdlife and participate in their annual bird count each October. | iOS, Android |
| Birdata | BirdLife Australia | Join a community of volunteers and researchers in capturing and submitting bird survey data. | iOS, Android, Web |
| ClimateWatch | Earthwatch Australia | Collect and record data in your local area to contribute to a larger dataset that will help understand how climate change is affecting Australia's plants and animals. | iOS, Android |
| FrogID | Australian Museum | Learn more about frogs through this comprehensive knowledge base, and identify those in your local area by listening and uploading frog calls. | iOS, Android |
| iNaturalist | California Academy of Sciences, National Geographic Society | Understand how to identify plants and animals in your local area, and record and share your observations. | iOS, Android |
| iNaturalist Australiasian Fishes | iNaturalist, Australian Museum | Learn more about the marine life in your local waterways by uploading, searching and identifying images of fish. | Web |
| OzAtlas | Atlas of Living Australia | Access Australia's national biodiversity database to contribute your findings and learn more about your local wildlife. | iOS, Android |
| PlatypusSPOT | Cesar | See a platypus in your waterways? Report it through this app to contribute to a database of platypus habitation. | iOS, Android |
| QuestaGame | Earth Guardians | Photograph and map local biodiversity in a fun, gamified quest across your local area. | iOS, Android |
| Waterbug Blitz | Waterbug Blitz | Join this nationwide waterway monitoring event by exploring and recording data of local waterbugs. | iOS, Android |
The Hawkesbury-Nepean Waterkeeper also supports citizen science through hands-on training day on the River. Keep your eyes out for details!