The Biodiversity Heritage Library

The Biodiversity Heritage Library (BHL) is a collaborative digital library that provides free access to millions of historical and scientific publications related to biodiversity, such as books, journals, and other materials. It aims to make this valuable legacy of natural history literature widely accessible to researchers, students, and the public. By digitizing and sharing these resources online, BHL helps advance understanding of Earth's species, ecosystems, and conservation efforts, supporting scientific discovery and education worldwide.