The Tribal Nations Biodiversity Spotlight is a rotating mini‑exhibit highlighting plants and animals that have ecological or publicly documented cultural significance to Tribal Nations in Montana.

Staff only need to rotate posters, refresh cards, and check QR codes occasionally.

Choose a dedicated exhibit space for a rotating species spotlight. Each rotation features a single species or small themed set, focusing solely on publicly accessible ecological and historical information and materials from your library’s collection.

Learn about Montana species with ecological and cultural significance based on public sources

Strengthen awareness of biodiversity across Tribal Nations’ homelands

Engage with rotating public ecological information in a museum‑style exhibit

Explore iNaturalist data through QR‑linked species profiles

All ages. Ideal for families, students, adults, and anyone interested in ecology or regional biodiversity.

Patrons explore the featured species poster, learning from the large image, scientific information, and QR‑linked iNaturalist data.

Visitors read laminated cards with brief public ecological facts such as range, ecological role, conservation concerns, or appearances in flags and place names.

Patrons scan QR codes to view the species’ profile, browse nearby observations, and optionally add their own sightings.