Government of South Australia, Department for Environment and Water

BioData SA

Discover South Australia'sBiodiversity Knowledge

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Insights that drive conservation outcomes

The Biodata dashboard delivers real-time analytics on biodiversity trends, species distribution, survey coverage and ecological change across South Australia. Track observations over time, identify data gaps and monitor the health of native ecosystems.

  • 6,812,430

    Total Records

    +128k in 2025

  • 640,000+

    Species

    Across 8 Kingdoms

  • 1,487

    Projects

    1,120 active

  • 240+

    Data Contributors

    212 Active

Biodiversity Records Growth

2019 - 2026

+297%

7-year growth

Flora

42%

Fauna

38%

Fungi & Other

20%

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A living record of South Australia's species and ecosystems.

BioData SA brings together decades of biodiversity observations from government surveys, universities, conservation organisations and citizen scientists into a single, trusted source.

It's used by researchers, ecologists, planners and communities to understand where species occur, monitor change over time, and make informed decisions that protect South Australia's natural heritage - from arid rangelands to coastal wetlands.

  • Standards-based species records
  • Open access for approved use
  • Curated by DEW scientists
  • Feeds NatureMaps & national atlases

Trusted since 1974. Five decades of curated biodiversity records for South Australia.

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BioData SA Explore: a species search on the map, and the occurrence records it found

Explore South Australia's biodiversity records.

A discovery experience

Search millions of observations using rich scientific filters. Refine by species, place, project, method or evidence - and drill down into the records that matter for your work.

The catalogue is designed like a research workspace, not a database - filters stack visually, results respond instantly, and every record links back to its source and evidence.

  • Map-first results
  • Sensitive record controls
  • Time-based filtering
  • Export for research
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Help grow South Australia's biodiversity knowledge.

Every observation helps scientists understand biodiversity, monitor change and protect species. Whether it's a single sighting or a full survey, your data strengthens conservation across the state.

  • Researchers
  • Citizen Scientists
  • Field Surveys
  • Support conservation outcomes
  • Improve environmental planning
  • Preserve biodiversity knowledge
  • Help future generations
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A single hub for the guides, standards and training that help you record, manage and use biodiversity data with confidence.

Field survey work in South Australia