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Introduction to iNaturalist: Video

Looking for help getting started using the iNaturalist community science platform? Here’s a recorded webinar explaining what the platform does and how to use it. Get started contributing sightings to the Martha’s Vineyard Atlas of Life!

Making the Most of Your iNaturalist Observations: Video

Aimed at naturalists who have at least a little experience using iNaturalist, this webinar will help you create better observations, get better identifications, build a network of contacts who share your interests, and control the privacy of your data.

Introduction to eBird: Video

The community science platform eBird is a powerful tool for keeping your birding records and accessing a database of bird sightings for learning or research. Here’s a recorded webinar to help you get started using this important resource.

Using Sound Recordings with iNaturalist

Do you hear an organism that you can’t see? Use your smartphone’s microphone and a sound recording app to produce documentation that can support an iNaturalist observation.