GBIF
Search GBIF biodiversity occurrences, species taxonomy, and dataset metadata for science and policy workflows.
Tools
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
search_occurrencesSearch GBIF occurrence records with bounded pagination and explicit taxon, place, date, and basis filters. | Search GBIF occurrence records with bounded pagination and explicit taxon, place, date, and basis filters. |
get_occurrenceGet one GBIF occurrence record by key. | Get one GBIF occurrence record by key. |
match_speciesMatch a scientific name to the GBIF backbone taxonomy. | Match a scientific name to the GBIF backbone taxonomy. |
search_speciesSearch GBIF backbone species and checklist usages. | Search GBIF backbone species and checklist usages. |
search_datasetsSearch GBIF datasets by query, type, publishing country, and keyword. | Search GBIF datasets by query, type, publishing country, and keyword. |
Triggers
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
new_occurrencesTriggers when newly seen GBIF occurrence keys appear for a bounded occurrence search after the initial baseline. | Triggers when newly seen GBIF occurrence keys appear for a bounded occurrence search after the initial baseline. |
Quick Start
import { WeavzClient } from '@weavz-io/sdk'
const weavz = new WeavzClient({ apiKey: 'wvz_...' })
const result = await weavz.actions.execute('gbif', 'search_occurrences', {
workspaceId: '550e8400-e29b-41d4-a716-446655440000',
integrationAlias: 'gbif',
input: { /* ... */ },
})Related Integrations
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I connect GBIF to my app?
GBIF does not require an external account connection. Install the SDK, add the integration to a workspace, then execute tools programmatically.
What tools does GBIF support?
GBIF supports 5 tools including Search Occurrences, Get Occurrence, Match Species, Search Species, Search Datasets.
Can I use GBIF with AI agents?
Yes. Add GBIF to an MCP server in Tool Mode or Code Mode. Code Mode provides 3 meta-tools with on-demand API discovery so agents can compose stateful workflows without loading every action schema up front.
Can GBIF be used in stateful agent workflows?
Yes. Agents can combine GBIF tools with Filesystem, State KV, Human Gates, input partials, and other workspace integrations while keeping execution scoped to the selected workspace or end user.
What authentication does GBIF use?
GBIF does not require external authentication.
How much does the GBIF integration cost?
The GBIF integration is included on all Weavz plans including the free tier with 20,000 actions per month. No credit card required.
What triggers does GBIF support?
GBIF supports 1 triggers including New Occurrences.
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