An Adirondack wetland
NYS Biodiversity Research Institute :: Publications, Reports and Data

One of the primary goals of BRI is to increase the public's awareness and understanding of biodiversity in New York State. To achieve this goal, BRI has supported the publication of educational materials and we are working to make reports and data from BRI Grants available.

Educational Publications

Legacy Cover

Legacy: Conserving New York State’s Biodiversity - This 100-page book gives a broad overview of the biodiversity of New York State. This is a free publication!

Pine Bush Field Guide Cover

Natural History of the Albany Pine Bush Albany and Schenectady Counties, New York - A comprehensive field guide and trail map of the Albany Pine Bush.

Wilson Cover

Biological Diversity: The Oldest Human Heritage
A biodiversity book by renowned scientist Edward O. Wilson. This is a free publication for educational institutions.

Rock polypody

Northeastern Fern Identifier - A computerized identification key for Northeastern ferns.

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