We invite you to explore the rich biodiversity of the Boston Harbor Islands. Watch wildlife in the park, or follow the links below to learn about natural change and stewardship in our "outdoor laboratory."

Nature

About the living components of park ecosystems—biodiversity:

• Animals
     - Birds
     - Insects
• Plants
• Lichens
• Marine plants/Algae

Environment

About the physical components of island ecosystems—habitats:

• Air quality
• Geologic formations
• Intertidal zone
• Oceans
• Soils
• Shorelines
• Water quality
• Weather
• Wetlands and marshes

Science

About the systematic study of the islands' biodiversity and habitats:

• Conducting island research
• Current research projects
• All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI)
• Research abstracts
• On-line documents
• Science symposia
• Citizen Science

Photo courtesy of Sherman Morss, Jr.