Trace Invaders: Tracking local invasive species
Squirrel squad
Ecosystems around the world are facing threats from aliens!
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NASA�Space apps 2017
An invasive species is a “plant, fungus, or animal species which has been introduced to a specific location, and which is believed to cause damage to the environment, human economy or human health.”
Challenge
… develop a tool, such as a crowdsourcing application, to gather information about invasive species in your neighborhood.”
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We this as an opportunity to build something�Fun and interactive. A way to, raise awareness and get involved
Get info on what invasive species are local to you.
Log invasive species that you find when you’re out and about
Power to the people
Sources
Platform
Webapp
Snapchat
Slack
API
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squirrelsquad.co
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Open data
Demo
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@squirrelsquadco what should I look for �in Lincolnshire?��@squirrelsquadco grey squirrel #invader
Compare with environmental data to investigate correlations in local land cover (habitat), water resources, and weather to changes in the biological community.
Use the API to use other social networks to increase engagement potential avenues.
Gamification of sightings
Image inclusion
Warning system for drastic changes
Next steps
Thanks.
Squirrel squad