Welcome to the Rhode Island Natural History Survey
The Rhode Island Natural History Survey is an independent non-profit organization founded in 1994 to gather and disseminate information on Rhode Island’s animals and plants, geology, and ecosystems, to facilitate communication among the diverse people, agencies, and organizations interested in the ecology of Rhode Island, and to support naturalists and the study of Rhode Island’s natural history.
RINHS hosts public events and publishes to highlight biodiversity and the work of researchers and naturalists. It manages BORIIS, the most authoritative database of Rhode Island’s biodiversity. RINHS undertakes ecological research and inventory projects and educational programs with partners including The Nature Conservancy and local land trusts. Membership in RINHS is open to anyone with an interest in Rhode Island’s plants, animals, geology, or ecosystems.
The 2009 BioBlitz was held on June 5 and 6 in Glocester, RI. Around 110 people participated and they identified 983 species of animals and plants. Several state listed species were seen, including a water shrew, and there was a new state record for slugs (Philomycus carolinianus)! A full report will follow soon. Thanks to all the participants, to the Glocester Land Trust for showing us great hospitality, and to sponsors Roger Williams Park Zoo, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and Largess Forestry.
Looking for information from the Marine Ecosystems and Wind Energy Conference held April 23? Click HERE.
