Terrestrial ecosystems comprise a wide range of species, habitats, and ecological interactions and play a critical role in maintaining ecosystem functions such as nutrient cycling, soil fertility, and climate regulation. By collecting data in terrestrial ecosystems, LifeWatch Belgium provides a foundation for comprehensive knowledge about species distribution, population trends, and habitat health. 

Additionally, monitoring terrestrial biodiversity allows for the early detection of environmental changes and anthropogenic impacts, such as habitat loss, climate change and the arrival of invasive alien species. This knowledge is vital for developing effective conservation strategies and adaptive management practices. Long term, high-quality terrestrial biodiversity data serves as a crucial resource for scientists, policymakers, and conservationists, facilitating collaboration and informed decision-making. It helps set conservation priorities, allocate resources efficiently, and track the progress of biodiversity initiatives.