EDDMapS is a mapping system for documenting invasive species distribution. It is fast, easy to use, and doesn't require Geographic Information Systems experience. Launched in 2005 by the Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health at the University of Georgia, it was originally designed as a tool for state Exotic Pest Plant Councils to develop more complete distribution data of invasive species.
EDDMapS goal is to maximize the effectiveness and accessibility of the immense numbers of invasive species observations recorded each year.
Why do we care?
An invasive species is when a nonnative species causes or is likely to cause economic, environmental harm, or harm to human health. Invasive species negatively impact agriculture, recreation, natural ecosystems, biodiversity, and more. The first step is prevention of nonnative introduction. The second step is to map where the invasive species are found in the introduced area.
How does it work?
EDDMapS is a platform to document, display, and query the presence of invasive species. A simple, interactive Web interface engages participants to submit their observations or view results through interactive queries into the EDDMapS database. EDDMapS encourages users to participate by providing Internet tools that maintain their personal records and enable them to visualize data with interactive maps.
Users simply enter information from their observations into the standardized reporting form, which allows specific information about the infestation and images to be added. Uploaded data entered is immediately loaded to the database for verification. Once data is reviewed as correct by an expert, it is available for viewing and download. Being able to see the current data of a species as it moves into a new area helps to facilitate Early Detection and Rapid Response programs (EDRR). EDRR programs help stop or control an invasive species before it becomes an unmanageable problem.
All data is reviewed by expert verifiers to ensure all data is accurate prior to public availability. The data is freely available to everyone including scientists, researchers, land managers, land owners, educators, conservationists, ecologists, farmers, foresters, state, and national parks.
The app keeps crashing after selecting my state and whenever I return to the app, the state selection is still there and keep crashing after each selection is made
Developer Response
Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention, and we’re sorry for the frustration you’re experiencing with the EDDMapS app. We’d like to help resolve this for you. Could you please let us know which state you’re selecting when the crash occurs? Additionally, if you’re updating from a previous version of the app, we recommend trying a fresh install by deleting the app and reinstalling it from the App Store. This often resolves persistent issues. Please feel free to reach out to bugwood@uga.edu, and we will do their best to assist you further!
Great app for invasive reporting
Biologist246
Can’t recommend this enough!
Crashes
A Neuh
After selecting my state in the map (Georgia) it freezes and goes nowhere. Thankfully, there is a website that does what the app does.
Developer Response
Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention, and we’re sorry for the frustration you’re experiencing with the EDDMapS app. We’d like to help resolve this for you. If you’re updating from a previous version of the app, we recommend trying a fresh install by deleting the app and reinstalling it from the App Store. This often resolves persistent issues. Please feel free to reach out to bugwood@uga.edu, and we will do their best to assist you further!
No maps :(
Spockandsherlock
Apple iPhone users cannot see maps of sightings for species :(
• Added Puerto Rico as a selectable species list option, expanding coverage for users in the region.
• Various bug fixes and performance improvements.
For any questions or concerns, use the in-app feedback feature or email us at bugwood@uga.edu.
Version 2.2.0
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Information
Seller
Charles T. Bargeron
Size
264.9 MB
Category
Utilities
Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.6 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 18.6 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 18.6 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 15.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.