Virginia Invasive Species
Tools for Mapping Invasive Species
You can choose from an online mapping tool or a smartphone app to collect and report invasive species information.
On the web:
Early Detection and Distribution Mapping System (EDDMapS)
An easy to use web form that makes your data contribution part of a national network. Free registration required. Learn more here >>
On your phone:
EDDMapS mobile app
Available on both App Store and Google Play, the app is a field guide combined with a reporting form. You can add GPS info and photos to your report right from the site where you find an invasive species. Learn more here >>
iNaturalist
Report your discoveries via the web or a mobile app. The iNaturalist platform is a fun and useful tool for amatuer and professional naturalists. In addition to learning about invasive species, users can discover much about common and rare species in their area--and around the world. Free registration required.
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