Wildwatch Kenya

How do I get started?

Watch the tutorial video below to learn how to get started!

Why isn’t there an “I don’t know” button?

We don't have this choice because we really want your best guess! Sometimes you may find yourself looking at a blurred figure, but please choose what you think it might be. Several people look at each photo, and collectively those guesses can help us narrow it down; plus if a majority of guesses are telling us it's a bushpig, then it probably is a bushpig. If an animal really is impossible to identify, we'll be able to tell from the dissimilar guesses, and flag that photo for an expert to look at.

I think I made a mistake, can I go back?

No, but don’t worry! Multiple people always see the same photo, so your answer will be combined with the answers of other volunteers. After showing the image to many people, "incorrect" answers are outweighed by many correct answers.

Why are there some pictures without any animals?

The cameras are triggered by movement, and it could be waving grass, falling leaves, or moving patches of sunlight. Sometimes an animal activates the sensor but moves out of the shot so quickly that the camera doesn't get it. If you don't see any animals in a photo, just select "Nothing here" and move on to the next one.

Are the images in chronological order?

The photos usually appear in random order, but some may be in a sequence as an animal moves by the camera.

How can I see results from this project?

We will link to our results and news on these pages when available.

I have other questions, is there a way to contact someone?

Yes, please use the Zooniverse "Talk" feature!