Glenorchy City Council is joining several neighbouring councils this September for a Biodiversity Blitz, encouraging residents to get outdoors and discover the incredible plants, animals and fungi living in our local environment.
The Blitz will run from 15 to 30 September, with Glenorchy competing against Clarence City Council, City of Hobart, Huon Valley Council, Kingborough Council and Tasman Council to see which municipality can record the highest number of biodiversity observations.
Taking part is simple and free.
Download the iNaturalist app, take a photo of any plant, animal or fungus you spot and upload your observation.
It could be an insect on a leaf, a fungus after rain, a bird in your backyard or a native plant you discover while out exploring.
Every observation recorded during the Blitz contributes to Glenorchy’s tally.
While the Biodiversity Blitz is a bit of friendly competition, it also has an important conservation purpose.
iNaturalist records contribute to Tasmania’s Natural Values Database, which helps inform development impact assessments and broader environmental decision-making.
The more observations we collect, the better we can understand the incredible biodiversity across Glenorchy and the wider region.
All Glenorchy observations made during the event will contribute to the dedicated Glenorchy City Council Biodiversity Blitz project, where participants can see what has been discovered around the municipality.
Results from all participating councils will be compared through a shared regional project, with a winner announced after the Blitz concludes.
There’s no cost and no registration required – just a curiosity about the natural world around you!
How to get involved
- Download the free iNaturalist app or visit inaturalist.org
- Record any plant, animal or fungus you spot in Glenorchy between 15 and 30 September.
- Upload your observation to iNaturalist.
- Your record will contribute to Glenorchy’s Biodiversity Blitz tally.
Get involved, explore your backyard or local bushland, and help Glenorchy put its biodiversity on the map!
