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Introduction
Introduction
Camera traps can be a great way to help anyone, from kids to scientists and policy makers to learn about nocturnal life, urban wildlife, and generally what kinds of animals live in their community. People will start to see the animals as part of the community, and may enjoy projects that help animals survive such as creating shelter, water sources, food sources. To take things a step further, you may want to use these as an opportunity to engage in citizen science. Some organizations have camera traps and need people to sift through the footage to find endangered animals, or you may be able to report the species caught on your own traps to support conservationists and animal-friendly policies.
Resources & Guides
Resources & Guides
Camera Tutorial 4:13 minute video from the Urban Wildlife Information Network (UWIN)
Conservation Technology: Camera-Trapping (PDF) "Camera-trapping for conservation: a guide to best-practices"
YaleEnvironment360 Camera Traps Emerge as Key Tool in Wildlife Research
Apps & Programs
Apps & Programs
We have a growing list of citizen science projects including monitoring apps and camera trap programs on our Citizen Science page.
Search the international options, as well as by continent or see if there are options specific to your country.
North America
North America
eMammal "is a system for collecting, storing, and sharing camera trap data. The system is designed not only for scientists, but also for anyone who wants to join in the fun and discovery of camera trapping through citizen science. Professional and volunteer camera trappers use our software to look at pictures, identify animals, and upload them to the Smithsonian Data Repository for review and storage. These data are useful for addressing important scientific and conservation questions, and the pictures provide a unique view into the hidden world of wildlife."
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