Web Directory

» Biodiversity Information Standards TDWG
   Formerly known as the Taxonomic Database Working Group, a non-profit group coordinated by the International Union of Bioligical Scientists to promote the exchange of biodiversity data.
   http://www.tdwg.org/

» Biodiversity Project
   Outreach program to help explain the importance of biodiversity to individuals and media support to interested people.  Includes history and resource links.
   http://www.biodiversityproject.org/

» Biowatch South Africa
   NGO publicising, monitoring and researching issues of biological diversity, genetic engineering and sustainable livelihoods.
   http://www.biowatch.org.za/

» Cambridge Conservation Forum
   Develops links and synergies across the community of conservation practitioners and researchers based around Cambridge, UK. Newsletter and events.
   http://www.cambridgeconservationforum.org.uk/

» Czech Union for Nature Conservation (ÄŒSOP)
   A nongovernmental organization in the Czech Republic which specializes in species, habitat and landscape conservation together with spreading environmental education.
   http://www.csop.cz/

» Des Plaines River Valley Restoration Project
   Volunteer organization in western Cook County, Illinois, dedicated to removing invasive and non-native plants. Features contacts, FAQ, images, map and links.
   http://www.restoringnature.org

» Discover Life
   Information about taxonomy, natural history, distribution, abundance, and ecology of many species worldwide. Includes tools to identify, map, and database species.
   http://www.discoverlife.org/

» Endangered Species International
   Aims to reverse the trend of human-induced species extinction and to preserve vital ecosystems. Provides information on current and past projects and on endangered species.
   http://www.endangeredspeciesinternational.org

» Fundacion Philippe Cousteau
   Organisation that aims to encourage sustainable development, defence of the environment, promotion of research, cooperative programs and cultural, educational and civic projects connected with the sea. English and Spanish.
   http://www.uniondelosoceanos.com

» GEIB Grupo Especialista en Invasiones Biológicas
   Spanish independent organization developing its own projects and providing technical assistance and consultancy in the field of biological invasions. Provides information on managing invasive alien plants.
   http://geib-en.blogspot.com

» Harrison Institute
   Centre for biodiversity research and eco-tours - working in Asia and Arabia.
   http://www.harrison-institute.org/

» International Zoo Educators Association
   IZE is a professional association dedicated to expanding the educational impact of zoos and aquariums worldwide, to enhance the understanding of conservation issues and to share information on effective informal education methods.
   http://www.izea.net/

» Madagasikara Voakajy
   Malagasy biodiversity organisation dedicated to the conservation of endemic vertebrates and their habitats in Madagascar.
   http://www.madagasikara-voakajy.org

» Marine Conservation Cambodia
   A project devoted to protecting Cambodia's marine environment. Also offers consultancy services and volunteering opportunities.
   http://www.marineconservationcambodia.org

» Marine Research Station Layang Layang, Malaysia
   MARSAL undertakes research into biodiversity, fisheries, coral reefs, biotechnology and marine geology in a unique area within Malaysian waters in the South China Sea.
   http://www.fri.gov.my/marsal/

» National Biodiversity Institute of Costa Rica (INBio)
   Nongovernmental organization undertaking research into biodiversity in Costa Rica. Action areas include inventory and monitoring, conservation, education, biodiversity informatics and bioprospecting.
   http://www.inbio.ac.cr/en/default.html

» One World Wildlife
   UK conservation charity supporting ecological research, sustainable development initiatives and environmental education projects -- details of projects and news.
   http://www.oneworldwildlife.org/

» Pacific Biodiversity Institute
   Conducts long-term monitoring of ecological and biodiversity trends and encourages the use and development of science-based conservation projects.
   http://www.pacificbio.org/

» Species 2000
   Has the objective of enumerating all known species of plants, animals, fungi and microbes on Earth as the baseline dataset for studies of global biodiversity. It will also provide a simple access point enabling users to link from here to other data system
   http://www.species2000.org/

» The Linnean Society
   The world's oldest extant biological society which remains a leading modern forum for debate and discussion of natural history in all its branches. The Society uniquely embraces the entire sweep of biology, and particularly areas concerning the diversity
   http://www.linnean.org/

» Tropical Conservancy
   Canadian-based organization working to conserve world biodiversity and environment.
   http://www.tc-biodiversity.org/

» World Institute for Conservation and Environment
   WICE is dedicated to the conservation of nature and the environment. Provides a great deal of information on nature, biodiversity, natural resources management, monitoring, bird and mammals.
   http://www.wice.ws