Included here are a series of files and on-line forms for submitting animal and plant species observations. Please be advised that we are implementing a new methodology for mapping element occurrences of species and the Field Observation Forms for Species of Concern reflect that new approach. Help documents for these forms are included below.

Plant Observation

Field Observation Form for Species of Concern (PDF File)

Field Form Help Document (PDF File)

Ecological Observations

Frequently Asked Questions About Ecology Data and Data Submission (PDF File)

Site Record Data Form (PDF File or MS Word File)

Community Element Occurrence Data Form (PDF File or MS Word File)

Animal Observations

Enter Your Animal Observations with the Natural Heritage TRACKER

Animal Observation Excel Spreadsheet Form

Field Observation Form for Species of Concern  (PDF File)

Bird Observations

Enter Your Bird Sightings with the Natural Heritage TRACKER

Bird Sighting Excel Spreadsheet Form

Rare Bird Form and Help

If you have a large number of animal observations and would like to submit this data in a digital format compatible with our central database and your computer software, please contact the Senior Zoologist, Bryce Maxell, at bmaxell@mt.gov.