BBC News - UK data centre marks 50 years of recording nature

"The Biological Records Centre, which supports more than 80 wildlife recording societies and schemes, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Its data, submitted by volunteers, is used by scientists, such as monitoring the spread of invasive species. It has also helped researchers gain insight into ecological concerns, such as the demise of pollinating insects. To mark the centre's half-century, biologists have gathered for a special event at the University of Bath ..."