BirdLife DataZone provides biodiversity data, knowledge and tools for conservation decision-makers and practitioners.

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About BirdLife DataZone

BirdLife DataZone is a web resource that provides biodiversity data, knowledge and tools for conservation decision-makers and practitioners. It is powered by the collective work of the BirdLife Partnership and covers birds and their conservation worldwide.

The site's Data Explorer lets users search bird species, important sites, countries and flyways. The homepage reports 11,185 bird species, 13,828 important sites for birds, 251 country profiles and 16 flyway profiles. The site also hosts BirdLife publications, conservation tools for evidence-based decision-making, and policy resources. The homepage states that the service relies on donations to keep running.

Key features

  • Data Explorer for searching bird species, important sites, countries and flyways
  • Information on the IUCN Red List, taxonomy, IBAs, KBAs and flyways
  • Scientific reports and publications written by BirdLife alone or with partners
  • Conservation tools to support evidence-based decision-making
  • Policy resources showing how BirdLife science informs conservation policy
  • Globally Threatened Bird Forums for submitting species information used in threat assessments
Best for: Conservation decision-makers and practitioners who need bird and biodiversity data, tools and policy-related science.
Good for
  • Draws on the collective expertise of the BirdLife Partnership
  • Brings species, site, country and flyway data together in one Data Explorer
  • Forums accept contributions from both professionals and amateurs
Watch out for
  • Pricing is not stated on the homepage
  • The homepage says the service relies on donations to keep running

BirdLife DataZone at a glance

Type
Website
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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BirdLife DataZone FAQ

Can people who are not professional scientists contribute?
Yes. The Globally Threatened Bird Forums invite professionals and amateurs, including birdwatchers, researchers and conservationists, to contribute information on bird species relevant to threat status assessment and conservation.
How is the DataZone funded?
The homepage states that the service relies on donations to keep running and includes a donation option.
How can I request BirdLife data?
The site includes a 'Request our data' link in its navigation, which leads to a contact option.
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