Shelf / field resources

Useful ways
to look closer.

A growing, practical directory for identifying, recording and caring for life around us. Links open in a new tab.

iNaturalist NZ

Share observations, request identifications and explore local species records.

Keep bird lists and contribute sightings to a global community science project.

Find information on pest plants and animals that affect Tāmaki Makaurau.

Plant profiles, conservation resources and an excellent way into native flora.

Bird study, local groups and reliable information from Te Kāhui Mātai Manu.

A specialist starting point for Aotearoa’s lizards, tuatara and other reptiles.

Learn to recognise frogs by their calls and contribute acoustic observations.

A digital encyclopaedia for birds of Aotearoa, with photos, sounds and species notes.

DIRECTORY CONTENT IS A STARTING POINT, NOT ENDORSEMENT OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. CHECK EACH ORGANISATION’S GUIDANCE BEFORE ACTING.