Citizen science initiatives play a crucial role in democratizing scientific research, bridging the gap between the scientific community and the general public.

These initiatives empower individuals to contribute to scientific data collection, analysis, and dissemination, encouraging a greater understanding and appreciation of science among laypeople.

The participation of citizens in science also allows for more and more frequent collection of data that would otherwise not be possible financially and time-wise for scientists. 

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We have collaborated with citizens through various channels, including partnerships with Ciência Viva and participation in the ANERIS project, as well as through our own initiatives.

Take a peek at our guide for intertidal biodiversity HERE.

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Between 3rd May and 15th October, our team is organizing the bioMARatona 2025 - an initiative that encourages citizens to submit their biodiversity observations and contribute to science. ​

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We use the platform MINKA to collect, store and organize biodiversity data. Join here https://minka-sdg.org/projects/biomaratona-2025

Questions about how it works? We have prepared some guides to help you both use the app and the website !

 

Follow the results of the project here: https://dashboard.minka-sdg.org/biomaratona25/ 

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This initiative is part of a bigger effort at the European level! Find out more here: https://biomarato.org/en/ ​

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Need a little motivation?

We have some prizes for the participants who submit the most observations!

1st prize: A waterproof camera;

 2nd prize: A Decathlon voucher worth 50 euros;

3rd prize: A book of marine species from Portugal.

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We will also make a selection of the best photos submitted. The image with the most votes from our Instagram community will receive a FAPAS Fauna and Flora guide to Portugal's coastline!

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You have until October 15 to take part!
Let's record biodiversity together!

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In the north of Portugal, we also organize guided trips to the shore.

Join us on the following dates:

• 11/05/2025 - 9h - 11h- Praia de Angeiras (Matosinhos) - sign-up here  https://forms.gle/8YvtxCZ1N58JPmws9

• 17/05/2025 - Praia da Aguda (Gaia) - sign-up here  https://forms.gle/Q7YGSkAsQmytBTss9

• 14/06/2025

  •  Praia de Angeiras, sign-up here https://forms.gle/wkkivf4p77QEjhjZA

  • Praia do Homem do Leme, sign-up here https://forms.gle/wkkivf4p77QEjhjZA

• 15/06/2025

  • Praia do Cabo do Mundo, sign-up here https://forms.gle/wkkivf4p77QEjhjZA

• 28/06/2025​

  • Praia de Mindelo, sign-up here https://forms.gle/wkkivf4p77QEjhjZA

  • Praia da Aguda, sign-up here https://forms.gle/wkkivf4p77QEjhjZA

• 19/07/2025 - praia de Angeiras, 15h30-17h30, sign-up here https://www.cienciaviva.pt/verao/2025/index.php?accao=showactivities&searchtxt=biomaratona&id_tag%5B68%5D=&id_tag%5B71%5D=&id_distrito=&dt_in=2025-07-15&dt_out=2025-09-15&id_activity=8700#detalhe 

• 20/07/2025 - praia de Homem do Leme, 16h-19h, sign-up here https://www.cienciaviva.pt/verao/2025/index.php?accao=showactivities&searchtxt=biomaratona&id_tag%5B68%5D=&id_tag%5B71%5D=&id_distrito=&dt_in=2025-07-15&dt_out=2025-09-15&id_activity=8678#detalhe

• 23/08/2025 - praia de Homem do Leme, 9h30-11h30, sign-up here https://www.cienciaviva.pt/verao/2025/index.php?accao=showactivities&searchtxt=biomaratona&id_tag%5B68%5D=&id_tag%5B71%5D=&id_distrito=&dt_in=2025-07-15&dt_out=2025-09-15&id_activity=8678#detalhe

• 24/08/2025 - praia de Angeiras, 9h30-11h30, sign-up here https://www.cienciaviva.pt/verao/2025/index.php?accao=showactivities&searchtxt=biomaratona&id_tag%5B68%5D=&id_tag%5B71%5D=&id_distrito=&dt_in=2025-07-15&dt_out=2025-09-15&id_activity=8700#detalhe

• ​27/09/2025  - Praia Norte (Viana do Castelo) - sign up here https://ambiente.cm-viana-castelo.pt/agenda/detail/ciencia-cidada-biomaratona-quantas-especies-consegue-registar-entre-mares

• 10/10/2025 - more info soon

• 11/10/2025 - more info soon

• 12/10/2025 - more info soon

more dates soon!

(updated 21/08/2025)

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