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NatureCounts
NatureCounts supports bird monitoring with species maps, project resources, and data download options.
About NatureCounts
NatureCounts is an open data platform run by Birds Canada that collects, interprets and shares biodiversity data, mainly bird monitoring records. It links people who contribute data with those who use it for conservation and research, and offers species maps, project pages, dataset listings and data downloads. Data can be submitted through the website or the NatureCounts mobile app, and access is governed by a data sharing policy and defined levels of data access.
Key features
- Species maps for exploring bird records
- Data download options for datasets
- NatureCounts mobile app for data collection
- Project directory and citizen science project pages
- State of Canada's Birds report built from platform data
- Defined levels of data access and sharing policy
Best for: Researchers, conservation organizations and citizen scientists working with Canadian bird and biodiversity data.
Good for
- Open data platform by Birds Canada with hundreds of millions of records
- Supports both data collection and data reuse for conservation and research
- Hosts new and historic biodiversity data for long-term access
Watch out for
- Data access and reuse are governed by the platform's data sharing policy and levels of access
- Pricing details are not stated on the homepage
NatureCounts at a glance
- Official website
- naturecounts.ca
- Category
- Research & Data › Open Data in Canada
- Type
- Dataset
- Platforms
- Web
- Language
- English
- Country
- CA
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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NatureCounts FAQ
Who runs NatureCounts?
NatureCounts is an open data platform by Birds Canada.
Can I collect data with NatureCounts?
Yes. Data contributors can enter data through the website or use the NatureCounts mobile app.
What can I do with NatureCounts data?
Users can explore species maps, browse projects and datasets, and download data for research and conservation.
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