Why are these data being collected?

These data are being collected to inform the reserve staff on the types of animals that occupy the reserve lands, the frequency and timing of their presence, and their spatial distribution across the reserve. These data will also be used in conjunction with trail counter information in an effort to determine the spatial distribution and movement of wildlife as it is impacted by high visitor use. In addition to informing managers and the public about wildlife movement and presence, the creation of refugia for wildlife in the vicinity of hiking trails might be a future management consideration to mitiagte negative public use impacts.

What if I can't identify an animal in a photo?

You can select "I don't know" in the identification options if you are unsure of what type of animal is in the photograph.

Why do so many photos contain no animals?

The camera shutter is triggered by movement. In many situations it is not possible to eradicate all movement at a site and common for moving bushes and grass to trigger the shutter.

What do I do with photos of animals that are not listed such as reptiles or frogs?

You can add this information to the 'Non-Mammals and birds' Talk board.

What do I do if there are animals of different species present in the photo?

Zooniverse lets you tag multiple species in the same image, and all species in view need to be marked before clicking 'Done'. You can identify each species one by one, and after you have clicked the “Identify” button, you will be taken back to the classification screen to can identify the other species.

What if I see an animal that is not on your list?

If you think you see an animal that is not on the list, you should first double-check the list. Sometimes, the animal may fall into a broad category, such as “Bird (other)”, “Reptiles/Amphibians”, or “Rodents”. After you have double checked the list, select the best or closest identification that you can. When you have finished identifying the photo, click the “Talk” button and tag the photo with the hashtag #new-animal and the species that you think it is. We regularly check the “Talk” section of the website and we will record the correct species when we see this hashtag.

If I make a mistake, can I return to the photo to correct it?

No, you cannot return to a photo to correct a mistake, but do not worry about it! Your best guesses contribute to a collection of responses that lead us to the right answer. Since every photo is seen by multiple volunteers, any mistakes or misidentifications will eventually be outweighed by a larger number of correct answers.

Can I see how many pictures I have classified?

Yes, you can!
i. Log in to your Zooniverse account.
ii. Click on your user name in the upper right hand corner and select Profile.
iii. Select the tab “Your Stats”. This will show you all of the classifications that you have done for Snapshot Safari and any other Zooniverse projects that you have helped.

What if I see something in a photo that I want to tell the scientists about?

If you see an animal with a radio collar, injuries, or displaying interesting behaviors, you can share those photos on the discussion boards. To do so, click on the “Talk” button and add a comment to the photo. If relevant, add a hashtag that will make it easier to search by keyword, such as #injury or #radiocollar. We can use the information that you provide to identify individuals and study behavior.

How can I discuss a photo with others?

When you have finished classifying the image and clicked the “Done” button, you will be directed to a page with a summary of your classification along with “Done” and "Done and Talk" buttons. If you click on the “Done and Talk” button, you will be brought to the discussion boards for the project you're working on. Here you can add hashtags to the photo, add the photo to your collection, like the photo, or ask a question about it.

How can I ask a question that’s not in this FAQ?

Start by clicking “Talk” at the top of the page. Here you can find questions asked by other citizen scientists. If you don’t find the answer you are looking for, click on the relevant forum under “Help”. At the bottom of the page, you can create a new discussion. Our moderators check the forums regularly and answer as many questions as we can. Experienced Zooniverse volunteers also participate in these discussions and offer great advice.