iNaturalist

A growing community of citizen naturalists from around the globe is contributing hundreds of nature observations every day with iNaturalist. You can help, too.

By using the iNaturalist website or smartphone app, local observations can be turned into research-grade Citizen Science data that helps Metro Parks biologists and, ultimately, scientists around the world.

Getting Started
Visit iNaturalist.org to create an account. From there, you can browse using the projects tab to learn more about the Lower Lake Erie Region Citizen Science Inventory. To go mobile, download the free smartphone app from the Apple store or Android marketplace.

Recent Observations
Below you'll find the most recent observations to the Lower Lake Erie Region Citizen Science Inventory through iNaturalist.

View more observations from the Lower Lake Erie Region Citizen Science Inventory on iNaturalist »

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The War of 1812
A high ridge above the Wadsworth Area in Sand Run Metro Park was a lookout point for General Elijah Wadsworth, who made his camp near the present-day Old Portage Area during the War of 1812.

Toad Toxin
When disturbed, American toads produce a toxin that can sicken pets and children.