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 9 matchesAmongst the lush forest, help study bees, hummingbirds, and pollinators critical to ecological health.
Why have Pacific leatherback sea turtles almost disappeared? Look for answers and solutions on Costa Rica’s beaches.
Join 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.
Journey into the forest to restore Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Central America.
Search for dolphins, humpback whales, and whale sharks as you cruise through blue waters in Mexico.
How can we keep shark populations strong? Find answers while exploring some of the world’s most beautiful reefs.
Cruise Florida's warm waters to study shark and ray species as scientists address overexploitation.
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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
My experience on Earthwatch's Bird Songs of the Olympic Peninsula was excellent. The scientists and my team members were all quite knowledgeable and experienced which made the project even better. When we were served food it was always well made and given to us as sanitary as possible. The living accommodations were very good considering how COVID changed things. The field work was exciting and never felt dull even with the wet and rainy weather. Overall, my time spent on this expedition was amazing.
Our Research Focus
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Sustainable Cities and Communities
Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.
![Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity. Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.](/sites/default/files/styles/research_focus_teaser/public/2020/04/05/Terrestrial%20Ecosystems_Utah.jpg?itok=3hMtZSKq)
Terrestrial Ecosystems
Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.
![Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods. Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.](/sites/default/files/styles/research_focus_teaser/public/2020/04/05/ocean%20ecosystems.jpg?itok=68h_iTcm)
Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.