FOOTPRINTS-CITSCI
from 01/01/2024
We partner with the public to collect data on the distribution of mammal species in Norwegian protected areas. Combining citizen science collection of photographic data of animal footprints along survey transects, a data collection platform driven by state-of-the-art AI species identification models, and modeling locations for high-value data collection, we aim to provide stakeholders and participants with new information on species distributions to support management and conservation.
Aim
Our mission is to open up new ways for the public to participate in collecting data on animal populations—through the collection of photographs of animal footprints in the snow.
To bring this vision to life, we are building new research collaborations and supporting them with new research methods. We’re developing machine learning models to identify an animal from a photo of its footprints. We’re advancing biodiversity modeling to pinpoint locations where we need more data to understand the conservation status of animal populations. And we’re refining data collection methods to find ways to partner with the public in this work.
About funding
Funding bodies: European Union (Horizon Europe research and innovation program)
Funding program: TETTRIs
Created Aug. 9, 2024, 1:14 p.m.
Updated Aug. 9, 2024, 1:14 p.m.
