NatureServe Explorer
This online guide provides information on the species and ecosystems that we track.
Overview
Added
March 17, 2026
Subject & domain
life-health · biodiversity-classification
Grade range
Grade 5–Grade 12 (Senior)
Page kind
Article
Introduction
NatureServe Explorer Overview
- Purpose: Serves as a definitive, free, and unlimited online resource for information regarding rare and endangered species and ecosystems across the Americas.
- Scope: Tracks data for approximately 100,000 distinct species and ecosystems.
- Organization: NatureServe is a charitable nonprofit organization.
- Functionality: The platform provides a search interface for users to explore scientific data on biodiversity.
- Call to Action: The site relies on public donations to maintain the accessibility and scientific integrity of its database.
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