Anyone can take part. It’s really easy, whether you're a nature newbie or a life-long biodiversity buff, no matter where you are in Christchurch (including Banks Peninsula).
Our goal is to find and observe every animal, plant and mushroom in our city.
To be part of this exciting international competition, all you've got to do is add observations to the free iNaturalist app or to the iNaturalist NZ – Mātaki Taiao website.
Install the free iNaturalist app on your phone:
This is the first time New Zealand has entered this global competition, and Christchurch city is hosting the only NZ entry. We are up against stiff competition from at least 162 other cities. Christchurch has many different and varied species so, with your help, we know we can do well.
Registration for field trips is now open! Join a biodiversity expert to explore one of Christchurch's special spots. You can check out trip options and register for free at eventbrite.co.nz
>> Join the “City Nature Challenge 2019: Christchurch” project on iNaturalist NZ (using the app or website) to get emailed event news and watch the event live.
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>> More information about the iNaturalist NZ community.
>> More information on the global City Nature Challenge.
How many species can we find here?
Photo: CC-BY-NC Jon Sullivan