Originally published on ReWilding Earth as “Remembering E.O. Wilson” by Dennis Liu. My friend and mentor Ed, better known as E.O. Wilson died December 26 at the age of 92. In one of our last conversations, we talked about his fervent commitment to education and the critical role of te
By Don Lyman This article was originally published in the Boston Globe, July 17, 2019 Earlier this month, more than 100 scientists and naturalists, along with several hundred members of the public, converged on Concord to participate in the third Great Walden BioBlitz. They als
In the decade leading up to the National Park Service centennial, National Geographic and the National Park Service have collaborated on a BioBlitz in a different national park each year. A BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible
Join scientist-led inventory teams under redwood canopies and over tide pools to discover, count, and document different types of plants and animal species. Experience the biodiversity and ecological richness of the Golden Gate National Parks. Enjoy free hands-on activities, exhibits,
In May 2013, students from all over the country came to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve near New Orleans, Louisiana, for a National Park Service/National Geographic BioBlitz. Together, they developed a sense of awe about the natural world as they worked together wit
Students from the St. Ann School of Bridgeport, Connecticut during their public inventory fieldwork looking for insects at BioBlitz 2013. The E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation was a participating exhibitor at the 2013 BioBlitz, held May 17–18, 2013, at the Jean Lafitte National Hist
Thousands of Scientists, Naturalists, Community Leaders, Students, Volunteers Will Participate in 24-Hour Event to Discover and Record Species Living in Barataria Preserve Two-Day Festival Will Celebrate Biodiversity and Inspire Participants to Protect Planet NEW ORLEANS (April 23, 20
The E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation Give For Youth microfunding submission has been approved by GiveforYouth.org. Voting will take place February 18th through noon (PST) on March 1st. Click here to VOTE February 18th through noon (PST) on March 1st to support Biodiversity Youth Am