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Shanshui Conservation Center — official organisation image
ChinaOpportunity directory

Nature observation and community conservation

Shanshui Conservation Center

Look for periodic calls covering nature observation, pollinator monitoring and community ecology.

LocalEcosystemsBirds
Time commitment
Varies by activity
Requirements
Check fees and eligibility in each announcement
Availability & verification

Some earlier calls have closed. Look for new announcements before applying.

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ChinaCitizen science

Make every birdwatching trip count

China Bird Report

Submit locations, dates and species records under the platform’s recording rules.

LocalBirds
Time commitment
At your own pace
Requirements
Registration and compliance with recording rules required
Availability & verification

An ongoing recording platform, not a residential volunteer placement.

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Wildlife SOS — official organisation image
IndiaVolunteering

Support the daily care of rescued animals

Wildlife SOS

Explore elephant and bear care volunteering. The centre assigns specific tasks.

FieldworkElephantsOther mammals
Time commitment
Confirm with the centre
Requirements
Ask about fees, age limits and accommodation
Availability & verification

Volunteer enquiries are available. Distinguish placements from educational visits.

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TRACC — official organisation image
MalaysiaVolunteering

Take part in marine conservation

TRACC

Join marine conservation work and confirm daily tasks and dive training before applying.

FieldworkReefs & marine life
Time commitment
At least 2 weeks
Requirements
Paid participation; check dive qualifications and included costs
Availability & verification

International volunteer pricing is available. Dates and places require confirmation.

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Wildlife ACT — official organisation image
South AfricaVolunteering

Help monitor threatened wildlife

Wildlife ACT

Support monitoring teams with wildlife data collection and recording as conservation needs dictate.

FieldworkEcosystems
Time commitment
Varies by project
Requirements
Check fees, fitness, age and language requirements
Availability & verification

Participation information and enquiries are available. Species and tasks are not guaranteed.

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ARCHELON — official organisation image
GreeceVolunteering

Protect sea turtle nesting coasts

ARCHELON

Help with turtle monitoring, nest protection or public education. Rescue roles have separate applications.

FieldworkSea turtles
Time commitment
Check the minimum stay for each role
Requirements
Usually 18+ with good English; check participation fees
Availability & verification

Apply by project. Confirm season, role and availability directly.

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Osa Conservation — official organisation image
Costa RicaVolunteering

Contribute to rainforest conservation

Osa Conservation

Listed work includes turtle patrols, native tree planting and camera monitoring.

FieldworkSea turtlesForests & habitats
Time commitment
Confirm dates and work schedules
Requirements
Ask about meals, accommodation, fees and fitness
Availability & verification

Volunteer enquiries are available. Tasks depend on the season and team needs.

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Merazonia — official organisation image
EcuadorVolunteering

Support wildlife rehabilitation

Merazonia

Help prepare food, clean, provide enrichment and maintain facilities for rescued wildlife.

FieldworkOther mammalsBirds
Time commitment
Check the minimum stay
Requirements
Expect daily physical work and communal living; confirm fees
Availability & verification

Most animals are managed without direct contact. Volunteering is not an animal encounter.

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U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service — official organisation image
United StatesOpportunity directory

Find a refuge volunteer role

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Browse official conservation volunteering opportunities and check each role’s duties and conditions.

LocalEcosystems
Time commitment
One-off activities to longer placements
Requirements
Check eligibility and international applications per role
Availability & verification

An official opportunity directory. Not every listing is currently open.

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Australian Wildlife Conservancy — official organisation image
AustraliaOpportunity directory

Help with surveys and sanctuary upkeep

Australian Wildlife Conservancy

Work may include wildlife surveys, land management, sanctuary maintenance and administration.

FieldworkEcosystemsForests & habitats
Time commitment
Varies by role
Requirements
Create a volunteer profile; some roles require experience and fitness
Availability & verification

Registration supports role-based selection and does not guarantee a placement.

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Department of Conservation — official organisation image
New ZealandOpportunity directory

Join local conservation work

Department of Conservation

Find conservation activities and volunteer roles by region and choose suitable work.

LocalEcosystemsForests & habitats
Time commitment
Varies by region and project
Requirements
Check fees, equipment, eligibility and international applications
Availability & verification

An official directory. Open each project to check current recruitment.

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Biosphere Expeditions — official organisation image
Multiple countriesResearch expedition

Join a research team in the field

Biosphere Expeditions

Explore citizen science expeditions involving snow leopards, cetaceans, brown bears and coral reefs.

FieldworkBig catsWhales & dolphinsReefs & marine lifeOther mammals
Time commitment
Scheduled expeditions
Requirements
Paid participation; check language, skills and fitness requirements
Availability & verification

Check the year, dates and remaining places for each expedition.

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Earthwatch — official organisation image
Multiple countriesResearch expedition

Contribute your time to field research

Earthwatch

Choose environmental and wildlife research opportunities by topic and activity.

FieldworkEcosystems
Time commitment
Scheduled expeditions
Requirements
Check project fees, abilities required and inclusions
Availability & verification

Confirm the operating organisation, conditions and availability for your departure year.

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Worldwide · nearby natureCitizen science

Record the life you encounter

iNaturalist

Upload photos or sounds with observation dates and locations, and help identify records.

LocalEcosystems
Time commitment
At your own pace
Requirements
Register, follow submission rules and protect sensitive locations
Availability & verification

An ongoing platform. Record quality depends on evidence and community review.

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Worldwide · onlineCitizen science

Help researchers classify images from home

Zooniverse

Find nature projects with wildlife images and other classification tasks, then follow the tutorials.

OnlineEcosystems
Time commitment
At your own pace
Requirements
Read project tutorials; some tasks use English
Availability & verification

Tasks may be completed or paused. Check each project’s current status.

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Bat Conservation Trust — official organisation image
United KingdomCitizen science

Monitor bats in your local area

Bat Conservation Trust

Choose a survey suited to your experience and record local bat activity.

LocalBats
Time commitment
Varies by survey and season
Requirements
Registration is for ages 16+; some surveys require training or detectors
Availability & verification

An ongoing monitoring programme. Check survey windows, equipment and site requirements.

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Butterfly Conservation — official organisation image
United KingdomOpportunity directory

Make space for butterflies and moths

Butterfly Conservation

Find recording, monitoring, habitat management and volunteer support roles.

LocalInsects & pollinatorsForests & habitats
Time commitment
Periodic surveys to ongoing roles
Requirements
Check training, age and fieldwork conditions for each role
Availability & verification

An official role directory. Location, duties and recruitment status vary.

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Shark Trust — official organisation image
Worldwide · coastsCitizen science

Record shark and skate eggcases

Shark Trust

Find, identify and record eggcases on the coast, with locations and photographs.

LocalSharks & rays
Time commitment
Fit records around coastal visits
Requirements
Use regional identification guides; leave developing underwater eggcases undisturbed
Availability & verification

A worldwide recording project. Follow current submission instructions; records require verification.

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Australian Museum · FrogID — official organisation image
AustraliaCitizen science

Record frog calls for science

Australian Museum · FrogID

Use the FrogID app to submit calls and help researchers understand frog distribution across Australia.

LocalAmphibians
Time commitment
Record when you hear frogs
Requirements
Use the app and register; follow low-disturbance and habitat hygiene guidance
Availability & verification

An ongoing Australian recording project. The project team reviews species identification.

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SANCCOB — official organisation image
South AfricaVolunteering

Support penguin and seabird rehabilitation

SANCCOB

Assist the rehabilitation team with cleaning, feeding and daily centre work under training and supervision.

FieldworkPenguins & seabirdsBirds
Time commitment
At least 6 weeks for international volunteers
Requirements
Ages 18+; programme fees apply and accommodation is not provided
Availability & verification

International and local programmes differ. Confirm the centre, dates and full costs before applying.

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The Marine Mammal Center — official organisation image
United States · California & HawaiʻiOpportunity directory

Support marine mammal rescue

The Marine Mammal Center

Find local roles in rescue, animal care, public education or organisational support.

LocalMarine mammals
Time commitment
Local shifts and role commitments
Requirements
Check training, age, transport and minimum service commitments
Availability & verification

Recruitment varies by location. These are volunteer roles, not short visitor experiences.

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Notes from Nature — official organisation image
Worldwide · onlineCitizen science

Turn museum labels into research data

Notes from Nature

Follow project tutorials to transcribe natural history labels into usable biodiversity records.

OnlinePlants & fungiInsects & pollinatorsEcosystems
Time commitment
At your own pace, a few records at a time
Requirements
Internet access; tasks may involve English or handwritten labels
Availability & verification

Choose collections with available tasks. Individual batches may be complete or paused.

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National Plant Monitoring Scheme — official organisation image
United KingdomCitizen science

Track wild plants in survey plots

National Plant Monitoring Scheme

Request an available survey square and follow the scheme’s methods to record plants in habitat plots.

LocalPlants & fungiForests & habitats
Time commitment
Repeat visits during the survey season
Requirements
Register and receive a square; read the methods and check site access
Availability & verification

Check nearby square availability first. This is structured monitoring, not casual records from any location.

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IPBio Biodiversity Research Institute — official organisation image
BrazilVolunteering

Contribute to biodiversity work in Brazil

IPBio Biodiversity Research Institute

Explore programmes in the Amazon, Atlantic Forest and Cerrado, supporting research, education or project operations.

FieldworkEcosystemsAmphibiansPlants & fungi
Time commitment
Confirm with each reserve and programme
Requirements
Read the official packs for fees, accommodation, duration and language; apply with a CV
Availability & verification

Programme information and an application contact are provided. Specific research tasks and taxa are not guaranteed.

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Cheetah Conservation Fund — official organisation image
NamibiaVolunteering

Put your skills to work for cheetahs

Cheetah Conservation Fund

Apply your background to research, education, animal management or administrative support.

FieldworkBig cats
Time commitment
Varies by role and application type
Requirements
Paid participation; check experience, entry paperwork, fees and inclusions
Availability & verification

Selection is required. Wait for coordinator confirmation before booking travel. This entry covers Namibia.

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Australia · Phillip IslandOpportunity directory

Help island habitats and visitor education

Phillip Island Nature Parks

Explore local volunteering in penguin visitor education, native plant nurseries and habitat restoration.

LocalPenguins & seabirdsForests & habitats
Time commitment
Role-based shifts and ongoing commitments
Requirements
Check training, age, residency and attendance requirements
Availability & verification

The page includes employment and volunteering. Choose volunteer roles and confirm current openings.

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NParks · Butterfly Watch — official organisation image
SingaporeCitizen science

Count butterflies along assigned transects

NParks · Butterfly Watch

Complete training, visit your assigned park survey site and submit butterfly observations.

LocalInsects & pollinators
Time commitment
About 3 hours of initial training; surveys within scheduled windows
Requirements
A Volunteer.gov.sg account is required. New volunteers need online and practical training; under-12s need an accompanying parent or guardian.
Availability & verification

The May 2026 round currently displayed has ended. Wait for a new announcement before registering.

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Multiple countries · supported survey regionsCitizen science

Turn fish sightings into survey data

Reef Environmental Education Foundation

Use REEF’s roving survey method to record fish species and relative abundance in supported regions.

LocalFishReefs & marine life
Time commitment
Can fit around regular diving or snorkelling
Requirements
A REEF membership account is required for submission. Learn regional identification and survey methods; stay within your water skills and qualifications.
Availability & verification

An ongoing survey programme in designated regions, not a free dive trip or residential placement.

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Ocean Conservancy · International Coastal Cleanup — official organisation image
Worldwide · local shores and waterwaysVolunteering

Clean shorelines and record what you find

Ocean Conservancy · International Coastal Cleanup

Find a local cleanup through the official map or organise one using the toolkit, recording debris types and quantities.

LocalShoreline & waterway cleanupsReefs & marine life
Time commitment
Join local events or arrange your own cleanup
Requirements
Check meeting points, equipment and organiser requirements; follow the cleanup and data-recording guidance.
Availability & verification

A global participation hub. Dates and availability depend on local organisers; participation is not limited to one annual date.

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Lilongwe Wildlife Trust — official organisation image
MalawiVolunteering

Support sanctuary care or wildlife research

Lilongwe Wildlife Trust

Choose sanctuary, veterinary or research placements according to interests and eligibility. Tasks may include food preparation, cleaning or monitoring support.

FieldworkPrimatesEcosystems
Time commitment
Confirm the minimum stay for your placement
Requirements
International placements are paid; veterinary externships and short courses are for vet students. Confirm fees and inclusions.
Availability & verification

Malawian and international volunteers may apply. Sanctuary and research placements differ; confirm location, duties and availability.

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Limbe Wildlife Centre — official organisation image
CameroonVolunteering

Prepare food and enrichment for rescued primates

Limbe Wildlife Centre

Help staff prepare food, clean, observe animals and make enrichment for rescued gorillas, chimpanzees and other primates.

FieldworkPrimates
Time commitment
At least 2 weeks recommended; long-term roles usually 6+ months
Requirements
International short-term placements have fees. Work is physical; touching or petting animals is prohibited. Local and expert terms differ.
Availability & verification

Apply separately for short- and long-term roles. Confirm meal and accommodation inclusions, specialist eligibility and availability.

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Chimfunshi Wildlife Orphanage — official organisation image
ZambiaVolunteering

Support chimpanzee care and sanctuary upkeep

Chimfunshi Wildlife Orphanage

Assist with behavioural observation and enrichment, or contribute to education, farming and maintenance according to your skills.

FieldworkPrimates
Time commitment
At least 2 weeks recommended
Requirements
Accommodation and programme contributions apply. Major construction and specialist work require suitable qualifications; confirm full costs.
Availability & verification

Enquire through the official team. Accommodation is basic and assignments depend on sanctuary needs.

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DAKTARI Bush School — official organisation image
South AfricaVolunteering

Bring wildlife conservation into the classroom

DAKTARI Bush School

Focus on environmental and wildlife education, alongside scheduled animal care and community activities.

FieldworkEcosystems
Time commitment
Short-term stays of 1–12 weeks
Requirements
Ages 18+ with good English; teaching experience is not required. Short-term fees apply; check meals, accommodation and inclusions.
Availability & verification

This entry covers short-term education and care. The usual season is mid-January to mid-December; confirm dates directly.

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Wildlife ACT · North Island — official organisation image
SeychellesVolunteering

Patrol turtle beaches and restore island habitat

Wildlife ACT · North Island

Support turtle patrols, invasive species removal, wildlife monitoring and data entry under the North Island team’s plan.

FieldworkSea turtlesForests & habitatsReefs & marine life
Time commitment
4–8 weeks
Requirements
Listed ages 21–60; paid participation. Expect hot, humid conditions and walking on sandy, hilly terrain; confirm costs.
Availability & verification

Groups have up to 4 participants. Displayed pricing is inconsistent; request a written quote covering your full stay and inclusions.

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Tanzanian Elephant Foundation — official organisation image
Tanzania · Moshi and project sitesVolunteering

Support elephant monitoring and beehive fences

Tanzanian Elephant Foundation

Help process camera-trap images, record elephant activity, maintain farmers’ beehive fences or assist conservation education, depending on active projects.

FieldworkElephants
Time commitment
2–12 weeks
Requirements
Ages 18–65; international placements are paid. Meals and accommodation during town-based office work are excluded.
Availability & verification

An application route is available. Free participation for Tanzanian citizens depends on project funding; confirm assignments, dates and total costs.

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WASIMA — official organisation image
Tanzania · Katavi and western landscapesVolunteering

Support coexistence between people and lions

WASIMA

Assist with lion-proof livestock enclosures, camera traps, data recording and community outreach according to skills and project needs.

FieldworkBig catsEcosystems
Time commitment
Confirm the placement length; the website recommends May–November for fieldwork
Requirements
Paid placement; submit a motivation letter, CV and application materials. Confirm age, skills and fee inclusions with the team.
Availability & verification

An application form and contact route are published. Tasks depend on experience; direct contact with lions or sightings are not guaranteed.

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Under The Wave · World Unite! — official organisation image
Tanzania · Matemwe, ZanzibarVolunteering

Patrol turtle nesting beaches and support marine conservation

Under The Wave · World Unite!

Join supervised beach patrols, cleanups and environmental education, with seasonal turtle-nest work or reef monitoring as assigned.

FieldworkSea turtlesReefs & marine lifeShoreline & waterway cleanups
Time commitment
Confirm minimum stay and current dates with the partner
Requirements
Placements are coordinated by World Unite! Confirm programme fees, meals, accommodation, age and water-activity requirements.
Availability & verification

The NGO describes a partner volunteer programme. Parts of the page date from 2022: confirm current operations. Nesting and hatching work is seasonal.

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Tanzania · Usa River, ArushaVolunteering

Contribute research skills and environmental education

ECIO

Ask about wildlife research support, tree planting, environmental education or writing assignments matched to your skills and agreed deliverables.

LocalEcosystemsForests & habitats
Time commitment
No standard duration published; confirm for the role
Requirements
Enquire through the official email. Fees, accommodation, age and skill requirements are not specified; participation is not necessarily free.
Availability & verification

This is a volunteer enquiry route. Listed areas of work do not establish current vacancies or guarantee a residential field placement.

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Cornell Lab of Ornithology · eBird — official organisation image
Worldwide · nearby natureCitizen science

Turn everyday birding into useful checklists

Cornell Lab of Ornithology · eBird

Record wild bird species and counts alongside location, date and observation effort, then submit a checklist through the app or website.

LocalBirds
Time commitment
At your own pace
Requirements
Create an account; report actual location and effort, and exclude captive birds
Availability & verification

An ongoing global recording platform. Start with the official introductory course; unusual records may need evidence or review.

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AustraliaCitizen science

Count nearby birds for 20 minutes

BirdLife Australia · Aussie Bird Count

Watch from one place for 20 minutes, count each bird species and submit the result through the event app or web form.

LocalBirds
Time commitment
19–25 October 2026; 20 minutes per count, with repeat counts welcome
Requirements
Register first; use the free app or web form and count within Australia
Availability & verification

Registration for the 2026 event is open. Counting runs only from 19–25 October; check the next edition after those dates.

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Elephant-Human Relations Aid — official organisation image
Namibia · southern KuneneVolunteering

Protect water points and monitor desert elephants

Elephant-Human Relations Aid

Build protective walls around community water infrastructure in week one, then record elephant movements, identities and conflict risks with the field team in week two.

FieldworkElephantsEcosystems
Time commitment
At least 2 weeks, extendable to 12 weeks
Requirements
Ages 18+; paid placement with physical construction work, wild camping and shared cooking duties
Availability & verification

The website lists 2026–2027 fees. The programme includes a build week and a patrol week; confirm dates and places with EHRA.

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Giraffe Conservation Foundation — official organisation image
Namibia · Etosha HeightsVolunteering

Identify giraffe and large mammals near Etosha

Giraffe Conservation Foundation

Help identify individual giraffe and other large mammals, maintain camera traps, survey vegetation, count wildlife along transects and organise data.

FieldworkGiraffesEcosystems
Time commitment
About 2 weeks, including roughly 10 days of reserve fieldwork
Requirements
Paid placement; prepare for remote conditions, sun and rough vehicle travel. Windhoek lodging is extra.
Availability & verification

The organisation accepts enquiries for dates throughout the year with limited places. Tasks depend on the team; sightings are not guaranteed.

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Kenya Bird of Prey Trust — official organisation image
Kenya · Naivasha and Hell's Gate National ParkVolunteering

Survey fish eagles and vultures, support raptor care

Kenya Bird of Prey Trust

Join fish-eagle population surveys and vulture breeding monitoring, and help prepare food, clean and maintain the Naivasha Raptor Centre.

FieldworkBirds
Time commitment
Confirm preferred intake and length with the team
Requirements
Apply through the official form; check age, fees, accommodation and fieldwork eligibility in the programme guide with the team.
Availability & verification

Applications are available through the trust, with logistics coordinated by Obsidian Ecology. Banding, rescue and veterinary work happen only when needed and assigned.

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BOS Foundation — official organisation image
Indonesia · East KalimantanVolunteering

Prepare enrichment for orangutans and sun bears

BOS Foundation

At Samboja Lestari, help prepare daily enrichment for orangutans and sun bears; other support work follows the centre schedule.

FieldworkPrimatesOther mammals
Time commitment
Set dates from October to March; minimum 2 weeks
Requirements
Ages 18+; booked through BOS Australia, paid placement, flights extra
Availability & verification

The official site lists set dates and starting fees. Confirm the year, availability and full inclusions.

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Koala Conservation Australia — official organisation image
Australia · Port MacquarieVolunteering

Support koala care and rehabilitation

Koala Conservation Australia

Help with koala care, plantation and visitor duties. Rescue or clinical observation depends on what occurs during your shift and staff direction.

FieldworkOther mammals
Time commitment
One calendar month for international volunteers; at least five morning shifts weekly
Requirements
AUD 880 registration fee; arrange your own meals, lodging and travel. Spoken English and current tetanus immunisation required.
Availability & verification

International places are limited; apply by email. Koala handling or clinical work is not guaranteed.

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Sea Turtle Conservancy — official organisation image
Panama · Soropta BeachVolunteering

Patrol leatherback turtle nesting beach

Sea Turtle Conservancy

Join the research team for night patrols, tagging and nesting records, then morning nest and track surveys.

FieldworkSea turtles
Time commitment
The official page describes a five-night field station stay; confirm nesting-season dates
Requirements
Ages 16+; under-18s travel with an adult. Paid programme in remote field conditions.
Availability & verification

The official page lists a fee and research tasks; confirm this season’s dates and spaces.

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Thailand Manta Project · Manta Trust — official organisation image
Thailand project · remote possibleVolunteering

Provide operations support for manta ray conservation

Thailand Manta Project · Manta Trust

Coordinate work, research grants, build partnerships and expand diver citizen science and marine education.

OnlineSharks & raysReefs & marine life
Time commitment
Around 8 hours a week; application deadline 30 September 2026
Requirements
Unpaid skills-based role; fluent English and regular video calls with the Thailand project lead. Thai is preferred.
Availability & verification

Open on 24 September 2026; recheck after the deadline. This is not a field diving role.

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The Sloth Conservation Foundation — official organisation image
Costa RicaVolunteering

Use your skills to support sloth habitat conservation

The Sloth Conservation Foundation

Apply for work in ecology, forestry, GIS, education, communications or data, matched to current needs.

LocalOther mammalsForests & habitats
Time commitment
Longer commitments preferred; agree duration with the team
Requirements
Submit the application and CV. No volunteer fee, but no meals, transport or lodging in Costa Rica.
Availability & verification

The team accepts applications and keeps CVs for future openings; a suitable current role is not guaranteed.

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United States · MinnesotaOpportunity directory

Support wolf education and centre operations

International Wolf Center

Help with public education, maintenance or data entry at the Ely interpretive centre or Twin Cities office.

LocalOther mammals
Time commitment
Varies by role and shift
Requirements
Check the opportunity directory and submit the official application; be able to attend in person.
Availability & verification

Roles do not involve contact with ambassador wolves. Check the directory for current openings.

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Hedgehog Street — official organisation image
United Kingdom · neighbourhoods and gardensCitizen science

Connect neighbourhood habitat for hedgehogs

Hedgehog Street

Create hedgehog passages through suitable garden fences, add them to the map and use free resources to engage neighbours.

LocalOther mammalsForests & habitats
Time commitment
At your own pace, subject to local sites
Requirements
Register as a Hedgehog Champion for free; obtain the property owner’s consent before making a passage.
Availability & verification

An ongoing community programme; what you can do depends on local property conditions.

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Whale and Dolphin Conservation · Shorewatch — official organisation image
United Kingdom · Scottish coastCitizen science

Make standardised whale and dolphin shore surveys

Whale and Dolphin Conservation · Shorewatch

After training, run ten-minute whale, dolphin and porpoise watches from designated Scottish sites and submit sightings and absence data.

LocalWhales & dolphins
Time commitment
Ten minutes per survey; regular longer-term participation
Requirements
Register for training and be able to reach a Shorewatch site; follow the standard survey method.
Availability & verification

Training registration is available; confirm the next session and site capacity.

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Sea Shepherd Conservation Society — official organisation image
Worldwide · at-sea campaignsVolunteering

Volunteer as a marine conservation crew member

Sea Shepherd Conservation Society

Serve in navigation, engineering, cooking, medical, imaging or other crew roles to support marine wildlife campaigns.

FieldworkReefs & marine lifeWhales & dolphins
Time commitment
Campaigns rarely last less than a month; longer availability preferred
Requirements
Unpaid, long hours, rough weather and demanding shipboard work; bunk and meals provided.
Availability & verification

The official crew application is available; vessel, campaign and role depend on selection.

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Monarch Joint Venture · IMMP — official organisation image
United States · multiple regionsCitizen science

Monitor monarch butterflies and milkweed habitat

Monarch Joint Venture · IMMP

Select a site and use standard protocols to record milkweed, blooms, monarch eggs, larvae or adults, then submit data to the portal.

LocalInsects & pollinatorsForests & habitats
Time commitment
Regular visits by chosen activity; around 30 minutes to several hours per visit
Requirements
Training is recommended. Register a site and follow land-access and collection permit rules.
Availability & verification

An ongoing US community science programme; schedules and permits vary by activity.

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Before you take part

BEFORE YOU TAKE PART

Understand the daily workCheck tasks, minimum stays and training. Care and monitoring can involve repetitive work and do not imply close contact with animals.

Check the full requirementsConfirm dates, included costs, age, language and skills. Unpublished fees do not mean a project is free.

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