The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.
Citizen Science
Scientific work undertaken by members of the general public, often in collaboration with or under the direction of professional scientists and scientific institutions.
Source: Oxford English Dictionary