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WILDLABS #Tech4Wildlife Photo Challenge 2023

Tech in Action entries showcase technology being deployed or used in the field.

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Icas - Wild Animal Conservation Institute: Day2 #Tech4Wildlife Our Giant Armadillo Project, through combined telemetry and camera traps, is studying the biggest and rarest of all armadillos: the giant armadillo. The species is currently listed as 'Vulnerable to Extinction' by the @IUCN @WILDLABSNET @ReconyxInc
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jose Lahoz-Monfort: Granada and a case full of #AudioMoth Rugged ... Sierra Nevada, here we go! @OpenAcoustics #Tech4Wildlife
 
 
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@WILDLABSNET's #Tech4Wildlife photo challenge!  Get ready for this week-long feature bringing together users and makers of #conservationtech worldwide celebrating innovations and ideas, successes, and the incredible #wildlife and habitats protected and studied with tech tools of all kinds. For today's focus on Tech in Action...follow us to our project in Puerto Rico!   the TECH: We are using our Guardian, a solar-powered acoustic listening device we've deployed across several forests high in the treetops (video to follow! ), and other #acoustic listening devices deployed closer to ground level, all that gather data constantly! We've collected, analyzed and visualized that data on our @ARBlMON platform that uses #AI and #ML to transform ecoacoustic data into actionable insights so we can inform conservation efforts faster than ever before. why ACOUSTICS: Almost all species make sound.  Being able to listen to an entire forest 24/7 and all the species within it is giving us invaluable information we'd never been able to capture on foot, or by other means of data capture (think camera traps or drones). #biodiversity is also deeply intertwined with the overall health of any #ecosystem. By monitoring biodiversity we are able to see, through the data, how biodiversity is changing, what's impacting it, and what we can do about it to safeguard our natural world.  the RESULTS: By acoustically mapping the entire island (as you can see on our Arbimon Insights page screenshot) we have found a mismatch between current protected areas and remaining suitable bird habitats under #climatechange scenarios, demonstrating the need for larger, more connected protected areas and buffer zones! Climates change and species distribution can vary over time and can be affected by numerous external factors as well - to support the survival of these species, we are working with partners on the ground to share this #data before it's too late! That's a wrap on Day 1 of the #Tech4Wildlife challenge! Stay tuned for more & tell us in the comments how YOU'RE using tech for wildlife conservation! Learn more about our Puerto Rico project & listen to the species we're monitoring RIGHT NOWbio.rfcx.org/puerto-rico-is Our Guardian technology rfcx.org/guardian Our Arbimon platform rfcx.org/ecoacoustics
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Center for Conservation Innovations (CCIPH): Camera Trapping for species and habitat conservation 

As part of our #Tech4Wildlifeconservation efforts, our Biodiversity Solutions and Technology Solutions teams have spearheaded the installation of camera traps within Mount Mantalingahan Protected Landscape (MMPL) during the High Conservation Value Areas (HCVA) Assessment. The camera traps (c-traps) are comprised of both traditional and modified c-trap units (special thanks to Wildlife Protection Solutions for providing the modified units).

With the use of both c-traps, recording observations of fauna species remotely becomes easier and more effective, particularly in areas that are difficult to enter and monitor regularly. The modified units also allow for real-time reporting and is integrated with the domain awareness tool, EarthRanger.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Center for Conservation Innovations (CCIPH): LOOK | EarthRanger Dashboard showing the tracks and reports recorded using ER Mobile. Species observations, habitat conditions, land use changes, and its drivers on the island of Palawan were recorded using EarthRanger Mobile during the Green Assessment activity in response to Super Typhoon Odette (internationally known as Rai). This activity was led by CCIPH's Biodiversity Solutions and Community-based Conservation Solutions teams. The reports submitted were viewed along with their tracks in real-time using the EarthRanger Dashboard. With this domain awareness tool, CCIPH is currently working with several Protected Areas (PAs) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Biodiversity and Management Bureau (DENR-BMB) to pilot test EarthRanger and eventually adopt its use nationally. PA Management Offices see the potential of this innovative tool in their patrol planning, data reporting, and most importantly, day-to-day decision-making. #Tech4Wildlife
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Tech Innovations entires showcase a new idea, a creative outside-the-box use of technology, or maybe even an exciting project that is still developing.

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Rainforest Connection: Identifying a single species used to take 4.5 months, it now takes minutes . By applying #AI to #acoustics for #datainsights we're expediting our ability to better inform #conservation action. It's Day 2 of @WILDLABSNET's #Tech4Wildlife photo challenge!  (don't miss our Day 1 post on what we've learned from eavesdropping on the entire island of #PuertoRico twitter.com/RainforestCx/s) Today we're sharing: Our greatest #TechInnovation. By incorporating #AI and #ML into our systems, we're able to do so much more in record time. From making the distinction between a chainsaw and a brood of cicadas to singling out each species from a buzzing rainforest soundscape, the application of #AI and #ML into our work has been a game-changer fit to change the face of conservation as we know it . Have you seen the good #AI can do for #wildlife? Let us know in the comments & follow us to learn about the real-world examples that are paving the way!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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3Diversity: #Tech4Wildlife Photo Challenge! Fostering biodiversity Research! We are creating #OpenAccess #3Dmodels of amphibian and reptile museum specimens of
@Bioweb Ecuador using #photogrammetry, so that everyone can interact with them without the risk of damaging the original specimen.
 
 
 
 
 

Tech Impacts entries showcase how technology has made a difference in conservation efforts, whether through valuable data, informing policy, directly protecting wildlife or habitats from crime or natural disasters, or other such impacts.

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For @WILDLABSNET #Tech4Wildlife week this year we wanted to tell you a little more about ⚡️The whys of the BearID Project⚡️ Why do the whys matter? Tech4Wildlife that is rooted in solving real-world problems holds the most potential for application to conservation.1/n pic.twitter.com/1JdYWOra6J

— BearID Project (@bearid_project) July 28, 2023
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Center for Conservation Innovations (CCIPH): Aiding the Philippine Government's assessment and monitoring systems through the use of conservation tech solutions 💻

When it comes to biodiversity monitoring, a strong focus on science is key to innovation and success. This is ably demonstrated in the data standardization and streamlining activity with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Biodiversity and Management Bureau (DENR BMB) and Forest Management Bureau (FMB) along with several protected area representatives where EarthRanger was introduced in order to evaluate and adopt its use in biodiversity monitoring.

The Enhanced Biodiversity Monitoring System (EBMS) of BMB powered by EarthRanger will enable the government and protected area management offices in evaluating and enhancing the implementation of biodiversity monitoring in the current National Protected Area network in the Philippines. Furthermore, FMB will have a similar upgrade in tech tools as they update their Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART 7) for their Lawin Forest Biodiversity Protection System, which will be utilized in Forest Conservation Areas. #Tech4Wildlife
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Muongeni Tamara Manda: Did you know that many industries overlook biodiversity during their projects, only addressing it during offset measures? Many industries don't prioritize biodiversity during the project but look at it during offset which increases chances of extinction of biodiversity leading to an unbalanced ecosystem hence climate change. Intelligent Net Positive Impact on Biodiversity is a concept that seeks to use intelligent technology and innovative approaches to promote biodiversity conservation and enhance the sustainability of human activities. The idea is to reduce the negative impacts of human activities on the environment and aim to create a net positive impact on biodiversity. This approach involves identifying areas of high biodiversity value and implementing measures to protect and enhance these areas. #Let's protect for our future generations # #naturemetrics #fauna&flora #angloamerican #conservation #eDNA #Tech4Wildlife
 
 
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Rainforest Connection: @WILDLABSNET's #Tech4Wildlife Day #3!  Let's talk habitat fragmentation & the impact tech can have on protecting and preserving local wildlife...  A major threat to #wildlife and their overall existence on planet Earth is #deforestation. But in the Kinabatangan floodplain in #Malaysia, a greater threat to the #local wildlife has been discovered... Habitat fragmentation. This area is a network of fragmented and degraded protected forests embedded in an agricultural landscape primarily dominated by oil palm plantations. And although plantations cannot retain as much #biodiversity as natural #forests, it was found that they can retain a substantial number of #species if well managed. Together with partners on the ground, we're using our #acoustic monitoring technology to measure the impacts of reforested #agricultural landscapes on local species. Ultimately, we're helping to inform biodiversity-conscious agricultural decisions backed by data to help protect and preserve all life on the island! This project is a wonderful real-world example that not all is lost if we come together to listen, learn and change our ways to coexist with nature so we can all thrive.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Klaus Thymann: FROM DISCOVERY TO MAPPING

In 2020 an interdisciplinary team of ocean advocates discovered an abundance of corals in Jammerbugten, an area off the Danish coast currently under heavy pressure from international beam trawling. Due to strong currents and low visibility most of the year, the Jammerbugten seafloor is notoriously hard to map and photograph. The discovery of corals, however, highlighted the need for an easy accessible, low-cost and low impact way of monitoring the state of the seafloor habitats. The project team designed and constructed a simple, yet sturdy drop camera, which can be employed from the side of local fishing boats and thus also can be used by the local community.

The high quality video footage and its metadata has been able to provide evidences of the traces of beam trawling currently threatening the fragile seafloor ecosystem, as well as providing direct visual evidence of the rich habitats, otherwise not visible, for marine biologists to monitor. The drop camera has been tested in several iterations, to make sure it leaves the least impact on the seafloor while also being able to withstand the heavy currents of the Western Sea and provides a simple way for biologist and the local coastal fishing community alike to engage with mapping and conservation practices. #Tech4Wildlife @WILDLABS Community
 
The project has been funded by the Velux Foundation. Project team: Klaus Thymann, Aniella Sophie Goldinger, Grete E. Dinesen og Ole Ritzau Eigaard.
 
 
 
 
 

Species Spotlights entries showcase outstanding photos or videos of wildlife, whether captured through the use of technology like camera traps or drones, or captured in the field while working with tech tools for biologging, bioacoustics, and more.

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Icas - Wild Animal Conservation Institute: #Tech4Wildlife photo challenge, D1! Probably one of our best #cameratrap  Giant anteater having a bath Pantanal 
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@corrie.van.greune #tech4wildlife #GPS #track #wildlife #nature
 
Center for Conservation Innovations (CCIPH): It's a c-trap!!

A Palawan Peacock Pheasant (𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘺𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘯 𝘯𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘴), locally known as 𝘛𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘬𝘢𝘯, was captured by one of our camera traps in the Mount Mantalingahan Protected Landscape during the team's High Conservation Value Area Assessment.

Did you know that 𝘛𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘬𝘢𝘯 is the inspiration behind Puerto Princesa's logo? As the logo of the city spreads its feathers, which represent its 66 barangays, it symbolizes the beauty and strength of Puerto Princesa. The 𝘛𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘬𝘢𝘯 also serves as a symbol of conservation efforts of the city not only for the species, but for all other fauna that are threatened with extinction.

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has classified the 𝘛𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘬𝘢𝘯 as 'vulnerable' and suspects that the species is undergoing rapid decline due to habitat degradation, hunting, and capture for trade.

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Center for Conservation Innovations (CCIPH): Caught on cam! A Palawan bearded pig or 'baboy damo' was caught by one of our camera traps rooting for food in the Mount Mantalingahan Protected Landscape. The Palawan bearded pig (𝘚𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘩𝘰𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘳𝘣𝘶𝘴) is the largest wild pig in the Philippines with an estimated head and body length of 142-154cm. Despite their popularity in certain areas of Palawan, the bearded pig's overall population is listed as 𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝 as per IUCN. This endemic species can be spotted in open grassland habitats throughout the day, except during the hottest hours. During the day, the pig looks for resting places in the forest, digging shallow lows in sheltered areas. Foraging is a common activity in most native forest types, wetlands, and occasionally in grasslands. Since Palawan forests are becoming increasingly fragmented, croplands are becoming an alternative food source for this species. However, as the Palawan bearded pigs rely on cropland for food, they can pose as a threat to crops that are the main source of food and livelihood for locals. Through the use of camera traps, we are able to capture areas with human-wildlife conflict and therefore work to address them to lead to co-existence instead. #Tech4Wildlife WILDLABS Community
 
Center for Conservation Innovations (CCIPH): Oohhh, it's a pangolin!!

Another critter caught on our camera traps in the Mount Mantalingahan Protected Landscape is the 'Balintong' or Philippine Pangolin.

Did you know that Palawan pangolins play an important role within their ecosystems? With their ability to continually dig and root around, they provide the island with all-natural pest control. It's estimated that a single pangolin eats up to 70 million insects per year, with termites and ants as the main course.

Sadly, Palawan pangolins are among the most trafficked animals on Earth. Their protective scales are highly sought after in the traditional Chinese medicine trade despite not having any known medicinal value. Between 1980 and 2018, their population have declined by up to 95%.

Deforestation caused by timber poaching and kaingin also contributed to the decline in the habitat of the Palawan pangolin. According to the IUCN, their conservation status is listed as Critically Endangered.

Through the use of camera traps, we are able to identify areas where pangolins are still present and therefore work on initiatives to protect and conserve these areas. #Tech4Wildlife

Data source from OneEarth.org

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Community Science entries showcase how technology can help us connect people to conservation efforts, whether through engaging with local communities and building capacity for tech work, sharing wildlife and conservation stories with audiences around the world, or allowing people to connect with nature in their own lives.

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Iguanas from Above: Our project is carried out by two #womeninSTEM who seek to promote conservation work. This is a result of an important collaboration between institutions from Ecuador and Germany: University of Leipzig, Galapagos Science Center, Galapagos National Park 🦎 Amy MacLeod (right) is the leader of the project and Andrea Varela (left) is the PhD student ✨ We are especially greatful to @galapagosconservationtrust and @iguana_foundation for the support! #Tech4Wildlife @wildlabsnet @cientificasec @cientificaspuce @500cienficasec
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SMART Partnership: #SMART can improve protection of terrestrial and marine biodiversity and its habitats. Hear how it’s done at our #ICCB2023 events: bit.ly/SMART-ICCB23 @ICCB2023 #Tech4Wildlife R. Bergl/@NCZoo
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Center for Conservation Innovations (CCIPH): Ending our #Tech4Wildlife entry with the Citizen Science approach.

Last year during our Green Assessment activity, our team led the training for local communities in Palawan to become citizen scientists. This was in response to the Super Typhoon Odette (internationally known as Rai).

In Post-disaster scenarios, environmental concerns are not always sufficiently incorporated into strategic planning at the outset of the reconstruction process, and that as a result, reconstruction efforts have contributed to further degradation of many areas affected by natural calamities. Employing both centralized and citizen science-driven streams of data gathering on defined damage hotspots widens the coverage of data capture, improves information, and strengthens decision-making.

Innovative tools for conservation like CyberTracker, SMART, and EarthRangerhas allowed experts to engage locals in data capture and monitoring of their areas. Around 315 locals (and more since then!) were trained in the use of CyberTracker and EarthRanger. These people had backgrounds varying from students, barangay officials and volunteers, health workers, forest rangers, farmers, professional workers, and indigenous peoples. By capacitating the locals in biodiversity monitoring with the use of digital tools, data capture is made easier and faster, supplementing that of the Protected Area Management Offices and local government units.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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