Nature & Science
We invite you to explore the rich biodiversity of the Boston Harbor Islands. The islands are both a recreational haven and a laboratory in which to learn about natural change and stewardship.
Nature
About the living components of park ecosystems—biodiversity:
Environment
About the physical components of island ecosystems—habitats:
- Air quality
- Geologic formations
- Intertidal zone
- Oceans
- Soils
- Shorelines
- Water quality
- Weather
- Wetlands and marshes
Science
About the systematic study of the islands' biodiversity and habitats:
- Conducting island research
- Current research projects
- All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI)
- Research abstracts
- On-line documents
- Science symposia
Photo courtesy of Sherman Morss, Jr.
More
- Visit National Park Service for a summary of nature and science at Boston Harbor Islands: nps.gov/boha/naturescience
What's Happening
- Celebrate Island Birds
- Painting by the Sea
- "PEAK" in Your Park
- Bee Monitoring
- Painting by the Sea
- A Bug's Life
- Toe Jam Puppet Band: The Green Show
- Toe Jam Puppet Band: The Green Show
- Beauty of Bugs
- Geology Rocks
- Thompson Island Treks: Salt Marsh Walk
- Toddler Tuesdays On Grape Island
- Stewardship Saturdays
Park Map
Nature & Science
Details about Boston Harbor Islands park supplied by National Park Service