Animal Diversity

Animal Diversity Web (ADW) is an extensive online database managed by the University of Michigan Museum of Zoology that serves as an invaluable resource for understanding animal natural history, distribution, classification, and conservation biology. With thousands of species accounts created primarily by students, ADW provides rich, multimedia content including text, photos, videos, and sound recordings that explore the fascinating world of animals. Users can search through a structured database featuring information on both individual species and higher taxonomic groups, enabling comparisons and facilitating inquiry-driven learning.

ADW prides itself on being a virtual museum, offering access to scientific specimens and detailed descriptions, particularly focusing on mammals. Through its student authorship program, the platform empowers learners to contribute to knowledge while enhancing their understanding of biology. In addition, ADW offers the ADW Pocket Guides on the iOS App Store, making exploration of animal diversity accessible on-the-go