Using the iNaturalist App
iNaturalist is an initiative of National Geographic and the California Academy of Sciences, iNaturalist is a network of citizens, naturalists and biologists who map and share observations about biodiversity around the globe.
The app is free and open to everyone. Members can browse nearby posts, upload their own images and audio recordings, and receive feedback and information from the iNaturalist community.
To have your observations counted in this year’s City Nature Challenge:
- Sign up online to iNaturalist or download the free iNaturalist app from the App Store or Google Play and create an account.
- Make your observations - they may include descriptions, uploaded photos, or photo or audio recordings through the app. Photos should be clear and full-frame.
Check out 'how to'links on this webpage to better understand how to sign up for an iNaturalist account, make observations, and more. You can also watch this webinar video made by the Canadian Federation Wildlife Federation.
iNaturalist is a third-party app, and the City of Coquitlam makes no claims about the security or privacy of its use. View the iNaturalist Privacy Policy.