How much can the humble caterpillar tell us about the world we live in? More than you might imagine.
Earthwatch expeditions pair researchers with volunteers to address some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Explore our current expeditions to discover how you can make a difference.
Showing 9 of 11 matchesJoin scientists on the largest island in the Caribbean to conduct an assessment of its diverse array of bird species.
Help scientists study small forest owls in Utah and Arizona to understand their response to climate change and habitat loss.
Explore interactions between people, chimpanzees, and other primates in the lush rainforest of Uganda.
Climb aboard a motorboat and sail a tropical “inner sea” in search of threatened dolphins and whales in Costa Rica.
How can we keep shark populations strong? Find answers while exploring some of the world’s most beautiful reefs.
Join Earthwatch in South Africa to help protect a colony of African penguins on Robben Island.
Even in a world-class protected area, wildlife needs our support. How are giraffes, rhinos, and other species faring?
The once vast Atlantic Forest in Brazil has been reduced to less than one-sixth of its former size.
CUSTOM EXPEDITIONS FOR GROUPS
Explore the world together. Our expert staff can coordinate a meaningful experience for school groups, corporate employees, alumni associations, community groups, or other affiliations.
Be more than a tourist
As a new retiree, I was looking for an organization that I could become a part of that would keep me active, contribute to a worth while cause, be a learning experience, and be fun.
Our Research Focus
Terrestrial Ecosystems
Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.
Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.