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FAQ
About Classifications
What are those large structures in the background?
This study site is in a former landfill that has been capped as part of its transformation into a park. The large structure you may see in some images helps manage the landfill gases that are generated from decaying matter beneath the surface. Rather than being released directly into the atmosphere, the gases are refined and used as natural gas to power surrounding neighborhoods.
What if I don't see an animal in the picture?
Sometimes our cameras are triggered by birds in the distance, animals out of the frame, or even grasses and trees swaying in the wind. Examine the image very closely, but if you don't see an animal, classify it as "nothing."
What if I see more than one kind of animal in the picture?
Great eye! Select the species and number for the first animal you see, and click the "Identify" button. Before selecting the "Done" button, click on the other species and select the number of individuals seen. Do this for however many species are observed in the image. Then click "Done" and move onto the next photo.
What if I can't tell what the animal is because it's blurry, too far from the camera, or just a partial view of it?
If there is an image of poor quality, or you just can't tell what it is, do your best to classify the animal based on its size and fur. If there aren't enough clues or the image is not clear enough to make a call, classify it as "unknown."
How should I classify photos with vehicles?
Though our study site is closed to the public, some employees drive through the area. One of our cameras also picks up the traffic on a nearby expressway! Trucks passing directly in front of the camera can be classified as "human," and expressway traffic should be classified as "nothing."
Why are there photos of humans?
These humans are the Wildlife Unit field technicians checking on cameras, though on a rare occasion it may be another employee. Classify these as "human."
About Results
How will my answers be used?
Your answers help us generate presence/absence data—information that tells us what lives in these areas of Freshkills Park. By gathering data on species, number of animals, and the time and location of sightings, we can get a better understanding of the behavior and dispersal of wildlife in an urban setting.
Will I be able to see the results of the research?
The Wildlife Unit will keep participants updated on the research findings as classifications are completed.
I found an awesome picture! Can I share it on social media?
In order to protect local wildlife and sensitive locations, we ask you to not to share photos or information outside of zooniverse.