About GBIF

The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is an international open data infrastructure, funded by governments, that allows anyone, anywhere to access data about all types of life on Earth.

GBIF’s mission is to mobilise biodiversity data for scientific research, conservation planning, and sustainable development.

How GBIF Works?

GBIF aggregates biodiversity data from thousands of institutions worldwide. It provides tools and APIs for accessing, analysing, and visualising species occurrence records, taxonomic information, and more.

GBIF and HKHBIF

HKHBIF serves as a regional node of GBIF, contributing biodiversity data from the Hindu Kush Himalayan region. This partnership enhances global biodiversity knowledge and supports regional conservation efforts.

Impact and Use Cases

• Climate change research
• Species distribution modelling
• Invasive species tracking
• Environmental policy and planning
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Get Involved

• Publish biodiversity datasets
• Use GBIF data in your research
• Join the GBIF community forum
• Join the GBIF Data Use Club

Visit GBIF.org to learn more.