A BioBlitz is a communal citizen-science effort to record as many species as possible, within a designated location and time period, using the iNaturalist app
What is it?
The objective is to connect with nature and others, while providing useful data for scientific biodiversity conservation purposes.
Just make as many iNaturalist observations as possible at JAC
No sign-up is needed to participate in the BioBlitz.
When is it?
The BioBlitz will be from April 25th to April 28th 2025. It's the perfect time of year, offering the best weather for an amazing experience. Mark it in your calendar!
Where is it?
The BioBlitz will take place on our stunning John Abbott College campus & the surrounding areas
iNaturalist
Connect with Nature
Explore and share your observations from the natural world.
Download the Naturalist App
Works On All Your Devices
Install our mobile app so you can always observe, even without cell reception or wifi.
Android
iOS
How It Works
- Record your observations
- Share with fellow naturalists
- Discuss your findings
You must create an account at iNaturalist
Contribute to Science
Every observation can contribute to biodiversity science, from the rarest butterfly to the most common backyard weed. We share your findings with scientific data repositories like the Global Biodiversity Information Facility to help scientists find and use your data. All you have to do is observe.