The Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard University and Boston Harbor Islands Partnership are collaborating to conduct an All Taxa Biodiversity Inventory (ATBI) of Boston Harbor Islands national park area. The project focuses on the "microwilderness" of the islands, namely, insects and other invertebrates. This extremely diverse group of animals is easily sampled, yet often overlooked. Our goal is to combine scientific research with public education, and to foster an appreciation for the amazing biological diversity that exists within Boston Harbor.

Primary objectives of the ATBI:

• Conduct an inventory of insect and other invertebrate species across the park
  
• Educate and excite the public about biodiversity on a very local scale by making all parts of the ATBI publicly accessible
  
• Use biodiversity data to inform resource management in the park