A group of science communicators from Ciudad Juárez has come together to carry out the Border BioBlitz 2026, a citizen science effort that aims to record as many species as possible along a 15 km stretch of the U.S.–Mexico border. Photo above – Mockingbird in a mesquite tree by Rick LoBello
The border region is vast and diverse. The data generated during the BioBlitz will help fill critical gaps in biodiversity knowledge in this area through a binational effort taking place during the months of April and May.
We invite the entire border community to join us on Sunday, April 26 at 7:00 a.m. at Casa de Adobe, where we will document as many desert and aquatic species as possible in the surroundings of the Rio Grande. This event is open to everyone—no expertise is required, just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
To participate, you will need:
- An iNaturalist account and the app on your phone (free for Android and iOS)
- A camera (optional)
- Binoculars (optional)
- A field guide of your choice (digital or printed)
Please keep in mind that temperatures may vary, so be sure to bring sun protection, a hat or cap, and enough water to stay hydrated.
This activity is organized by members of Voces de la Ciencia Juarense, a network that also includes CDEC.
We thank Sierra de Juárez, Cristina Amezola, Laura Heredia, Isaac Miramontes, Bravo Camping, and the We’erichi Herbarium for their support in making this event possible.
The border is not just a line… it is a meeting point full of life, stories, and biodiversity waiting to be discovered.
