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BeeSpotter

Gather information on the population status of bees.

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Indiana Phenology

Indiana Backyard Observers

Monitor the phenological events of plants & animals in Indiana.

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The Kinsey Institute

Kinsey Reporter

Exploring ways to study behavior while protecting identities.

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Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Leap Into Science: Light and Shadow

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Midwest Invasive Species Information Network

EDRR resource for invasive species in the Midwest region of U.S.

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Mycoflora of Indiana

Document the biodiversity of mushrooms in Indiana.

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Chicago Botanic Garden

Plants of Concern

Contribute to conservation of rare flora through monitoring

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Adventure Scientists

Restoring Our Forests: Finding Rare Disease-Resistant Butternut Trees

Find rare, healthy butternut trees for DNA analysis

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May 13, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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Department of Entomology, University of Illinois

BeeSpotter

Indiana Phenology

Indiana Backyard Observers

The Kinsey Institute

Kinsey Reporter

Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library

Leap Into Science: Light and Shadow

Midwest Invasive Species Information Network

Mycoflora of Indiana

Chicago Botanic Garden

Plants of Concern

Adventure Scientists

Restoring Our Forests: Finding Rare Disease-Resistant Butternut Trees

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