Biodiversity Mapping and Assessment Tool 

Resource Type
Author(s)
James Paterson
Lauren Bortolotti
Paige Kowal
Ashley Pidwerbesky
James Devries
Original Authors
James Paterson
Lauren Bortolotti
Paige Kowal
Ashley Pidwerbesky
James Devries
Contacts
Resource Date:
2025

About the tool

Ducks Unlimited Canada’s conservation work is grounded in science. Our Institute for Wetland and Waterfowl Research developed a decision support tool for biodiversity in Prairie Canada.

By identifying biodiversity hotspots, it reveals areas where conservation and restoration can benefit the most species. A public version offers accessible data on predicted species richness of amphibians, birds, mammals, and reptiles across 41.4 km² (16 mi²) sites.

For a guide on how to use this tool look here.