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Species Identification Apps

This Free App Functions as a Natural History Encyclopedia

— July 11, 2015 — Tech
The 'Lookup Life' app is like having a complete natural history encyclopedia in the palm of your hand. More convenient than a heavy guide book, this handy app provides all the tools you need to identify thousands of different plants and animals.

The Lookup Life app is free to download for iOS, Android and Windows phones. The app works in conjunction with the 'ZipcodeZoo' database, which contains a vast amount of pictures and information about the natural world. The Lookup Life app contains a handy search function that allows you to identify an unfamiliar plant or animal by using a variety of distinct attributes, including location, appearance and the behavior of the species in question.

With information on millions of plants, animals and insects, the Lookup Life app functions as a pocket-sized natural history encyclopedia.
Trend Themes
1. Species Identification Apps - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a more advanced species identification app that utilizes artificial intelligence or machine learning for more accurate and efficient identification.
2. Mobile Natural History Encyclopedias - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a comprehensive mobile app that not only identifies species but also provides detailed information, maps, and interactive features for users to explore and learn about the natural world.
3. Database-driven Identification Tools - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build a platform that combines various databases, including images, descriptions, and behavioral data, to offer a powerful and user-friendly species identification tool for professionals in fields like biology, ecology, and conservation.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new technologies, such as augmented reality or virtual reality, to enhance the species identification experience and provide immersive educational experiences.
2. Education - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with educational institutions to integrate species identification apps into curricula, enabling students to learn about biodiversity and natural history in a more interactive and engaging way.
3. Conservation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with environmental organizations and conservation groups to create species identification apps that incorporate citizen science, allowing users to contribute to data collection and conservation efforts.
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