Projects

The largest citizen science project in Israel and worldwide. Designed for reporting bird sightings to collect crucial data on Israel’s bird populations using the eBird app.

Reports of long-spined sea urchin sightings to support the creation of distribution and frequency maps that will help policy makers address their invasion of the Mediterranean Sea.

Join us in collecting observations of jellyfish to help map their swarms across time and space. This project aims to enhance scientific knowledge about jellyfish and make information about these…

Raise your head and join us for the annual bird count in urban areas all over the country. All you need is 10 free minutes, a love for for birds…

A community-based mapping project of all trees and their characteristics within the municipal boundaries of Zichron Yaakov, aiming to set tree planting goals to increase the shaded areas in the…

A project to establish a biodiversity database on the Weizmann Institute campus, aimed at identifying key areas for conservation, developing nature sites, informing planning and construction decisions, and providing recommendations…

Monitoring of fawns in the Gazelle Valley Park in Jerusalem. Conducted by the park staff and volunteers, the goal is to track herd expansion trends and assess the impact of…

Join us in collecting observations of moths, whether in their larval or adult stages, from across Israel. This project aims to document the diverse array of moth species found in…

Mapping marine litter through underwater surveys conducted by volunteer divers, in order to understand the broader phenomenon of marine litter in the Mediterranean Sea and to address one of the…

Contribute your sightings of sharks and rays in the Mediterranean and Red Seas by sharing observations through our Facebook platform. This initiative aims to document the distribution and diversity of…

A community-based monitoring project tracking mammal footprints along the national ecological corridor in the southern Sharon

Where are fireflies found in Israel, and what factors influence them? Through observations of fireflies, we can learn about the characteristics of their natural habitats and identify the threats that…

Reporting Gazelle Sightings for the Conservation of the Gazelle Population in Israel and Protection of Open Spaces Where They Live

International Moth Week takes place worldwide every year at the end of July, inviting everyone to participate in an experience that blends exploration, education, and science. All you need to…

Monitoring biodiversity in the Zippori River Basin as part of the river restoration process within the MERLIN project. This initiative involves a broad partnership of researchers and river restoration professionals…

Participate in our systematic monitoring of butterflies by submitting observations collected every two weeks at designated sites by trained volunteers. This project aims to enrich the scientific understanding of butterfly…

The tufted ghost crab serves as an indicator of beach and marine habitat health. This project aims to assess its distribution across the country and determine whether its presence along…

Collecting and documenting incidental butterfly observations from across the country, year-round. This data helps track distribution changes and flight periods of different species over time, including the effects of climate…

The poppy anemone is the most common and beloved flower in Israel, growing from Mount Hermon to the desert. The aim of the study is to understand which color of…

This project investigates the factors behind the appearance of live clams (such as the rough cockle or rayed trough shell) that are meant to thrive in aquatic environments but end…

The Near Eastern fire salamander is an amphibian species at risk of extinction and is classified as a protected species in Israel. Report if you have seen an adult salamander…

Handling public reports of hazards in the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Eilat to streamline and enhance law enforcement and prevent marine hazards. Raising awareness among the public and…

The Great Butterfly Count takes place every spring, and this year it will be held from April 6–20, 2025. The goal is to track trends and changes in butterfly distribution.…

Reporting fire ants will help create a nationwide map of the little fire ant, providing accurate data on its distribution and the rate of its spread in Israel.

Project volunteers will assist in assessing the density of juvenile Atlantic guitarfish at specific locations that have been confirmed or are highly likely to serve as nursery habitats for this…

An underwater ecological survey of the shallow rocky reefs off the coast of Givat HaAliyah in Tel Aviv-Yafo, aimed at understanding changes in the local flora and fauna and assessing…

Dedicated surveys of rare butterflies to assess their status, identify existing or emerging threats, and improve conservation efforts for both the butterflies and their habitats.

Documenting gnawed pine cones near pine trees will help researchers understand the social learning of rats that gnaw them and the processes that help animals penetrate new niches and expand…

A project initiated by the Kinneret Drainage and Rivers Authority in collaboration with the local community, aimed at monitoring and managing selected species as part of the Lower Jordan River…

Documenting wildlife and vegetation in the open spaces of the Beit She’an Valley to better understand the surrounding ecosystems and biodiversity. The collected data supports informed management of these open…

Have you spotted turbinate monodont (locally known as “knit kippah”) snails on the rocky surfaces along the coast? Join the volunteers and help monitor these rocky areas. By doing so,…

As Israel becomes more densely populated, urban areas are becoming increasingly important habitats for birds. This long-term monitoring program aims to quantify how birds utilize human settlements over time.

Have you seen a bat active during daylight hours? Do you live near a tree that attracts bats even during the day? Report your sightings to help understand the extent…

A survey of salamanders in the city’s wadis, conducted by volunteers on rainy winter nights, aimed at studying the populations and distribution of salamanders and preserving the city’s wadis

By tracking hedgehog sightings, we can create updated maps of their habitats and gain insights into the diseases that affect them, as well as the impact of vehicle collisions.

Upload observations of land and freshwater snails, whether alive or dead, along with details about their habitats. This initiative aims to enhance our understanding of the diversity and distribution of…

Engaging the community in nature monitoring across the Golan Heights to better understand its ecosystems and biodiversity. The collected data supports informed conservation and sustainable management of the Golan’s natural…

Monitoring wild roadkill to create a database, promote safe wildlife crossings, and identify high-risk roads for wildlife collisions.

A citizen science initiative for monitoring biodiversity in Herzliya and connecting local residents with the nature around them

Tracking the number and sex of turtles in the valley to monitor population trends, with community participation.