Waterbug Bioblitz census Clare & Barossa: Locals invited to count bugs (instead of people)

The Northern and Yorke Landscape Board is inviting community members to swap household forms for gumboots and nets at this year's Waterbug Bioblitz events in Clare and the Barossa.

A bioblitz is essentially a census for nature, a one-day effort to record as many living things as possible in a specific location. Instead of counting people, participants will work alongside aquatic ecologists to tally waterbugs, measure water quality and help uncover the health of local waterways.

No experience is needed, just bring your curiosity, sturdy shoes and a sense of adventure.

Plus, it sounds like a fun day out – and a chance to get to know other nature lovers in the region.

You'll learn from experts on how to collect waterbug samples from pools and watercourses, plus measure water quality along our local waterways.

Interested in joining the bug hunt?

The annual events are open for registrations now and focus on waterways across the Clare Valley and Barossa Valley catchments. They provide important environmental data while connecting local communities with the landscapes they help care for.

This is a great way to join the network of local citizen scientists passionate about protecting water-dependent ecosystems. The Waterbug Bioblitz program links closely with our Waterwatch program and other citizen science programs to help create a fuller picture of the trends and health indicators of our waterways.

Register now online or contact Community Engagement Officer, Elisha Brunton at elisha.brunton@sa.gov.au for more information.

🔗 Website:https://www.landscape.sa.gov.au/ny/get-involved/citizen-science/waterbug-bioblitz