Urban Boston Conservation Projects
Boston Area City Nature Challenge
The Boston City Nature Challenge is an international effort to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. Join us!
Franklin Park Biodiversity Project
We're monitoring native and invasive species to develop a better understanding of how they can coexist in an urban landscape and prevent further population declines. Community collaboration is encouraged!
Turtles at the Arnold Arboretum
The Arboretum is an oasis in the city of Boston, not just for trees, but also many species of wildlife. We’ve partnered with the Arboretum to monitor and protect the turtles that live in their ponds.
Dark Sky Initiative
ZNE is a member of the International Dark Sky Association, dedicated to advancing education and policy initiatives aimed at mitigating the harmful effects of outdoor lighting on wildlife and the environment.