5 must-see apps for science outdoors!
Check out these apps and websites to support your outdoor learning journey!
UK Ladybird survey: get counting and finding out about different types of ladybirds. What do your findings tell you about the biodiversity of your school grounds/local area? http://www.ladybird-survey.org
iRecord butterfly app: find out about butterflies in your area and why they are important. Record your findings on the app or website and become a citizen scientist! http://www.ladybird-survey.org/recording.aspx
OPAL Tree health: Use the information and photographs in this guide to help you identify pests and diseases on Oak, Ash and Horse Chestnut trees and six of the Most Unwanted. www.opalexplorenature.org/treesurvey
Air Quality in Scotland: find out about air quality in your area www.scottishairquality.co.uk
And why not compare it with your own findings using the OPAL air quality lichen survey? www.opalexplorenature.org/surveys/air
iSpot: http://www.ispotnature.org/communities/uk-and-ireland
Found a plant or animal and not sure what it is? Post a picture to the iSpot community and find out! Great for thinking about identification and classification.
Found another app or site that is useful for science and outdoor learning? Why not let us know?
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