“As an educator and naturalist, I was enthralled to see so many children eagerly engaging with real biological fieldwork that was purposeful and being led by renowned Tassie scientists. I was proud to be a part of it.”
Kelcey Tier Greenbelt Friday–Saturday 20–21 October 2023
30 hours of: Field surveys, talks, activities, food & discovery!
What is a BioBlitz?
A BioBlitz is described as ‘a festival of science in nature… fun, enjoyable and meaningful to the community, naturalists, scientists and organisations alike… a concerted effort to discover and record as many living things as possible within a set location over a limited time period’ (in this case, 30 hours).
The Kelcey Tier Greenbelt
Devonport’s Kelcey Tier Greenbelt covers a wonderful range of ecosystems, so together we were able to find, identify and record over 400 distinct species.
Everyone involved got the chance to join a survey team, attend a talk at basecamp, browse the stalls and enjoy the great outdoors.
“I had no idea about the incredible diversity right in my own backyard until the BioBlitz. The event opened my eyes to the many species living around my property. It was amazing to see the community come together to explore and learn about our local environment. Now, I feel more connected to nature and more committed as a family to preserve it for future generations.”
