Recording Nature
Recording wildlife is one of the most powerful ways we can support conservation. Every observation, whether it’s a butterfly in your garden, a hedgehog at dusk, or wildflowers along a footpath, helps build a clearer picture of biodiversity in Goathland and the wider North York Moors.
By keeping accurate local records, we can:
- Monitor changes in species over time
- Identify habitats that need protection
- Support conservation decisions with real data
- Contribute to county and national biodiversity research
You don’t need to be an expert. Curiosity is enough.
What is iNaturalist?
iNaturalist is a free, global citizen-science platform that allows anyone to record and identify wildlife. You simply:
Take a photo of a plant, animal, fungus or insect
Upload it via the website or app
Receive identification suggestions powered by AI and verified by a community of naturalists
Observations shared on iNaturalist contribute to scientific research, conservation projects and biodiversity databases. It turns everyday sightings into valuable environmental data.
Start Recording
You can begin recording wildlife today by visiting:
If you’re out walking, gardening, or attending one of our Bioblitz events, consider uploading what you see. Together, we can build a living record of nature in Goathland, one observation at a time.