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Virtual Zoology

Zoos and national parks are turning to VR for more ethical viewing practices

Implications - Virtual reality is now being incorporated into the zoos and parks industry for more cruelty-free animal viewing. Whether actively preventing harm, or avoiding the consequences of keeping animals in captivity, virtual applications in zoology will slowly result in a more ethical form of understanding wildlife for the average consumer. With more public information on the downfalls of animal captivity and poaching, and as consumers increasingly seek out experiences that align with their personal values, this application of VR and smart technology serves to assuage consumer guilt while still giving them the informative and immersive experiences they crave.
Workshop Question - How can your brand incorporate virtual or augmented reality in a way that exceeds real-world experiences?
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Reality Zoos - With virtual zoos becoming more prominent, there is an opportunity to create cruelty-free animal viewing experiences with similar immersive experiences.
2. IOT Poaching Prevention - As conservationists face increasing challenges due to animal poaching, there is an opportunity to create anti-poaching technology that emphasizes the use of IoT systems and LPWAN technology.
3. Virtual Aquariums - Technology that blends the physical with the digital can create an opportunity for innovative, inspiring, and immersive learning experiences for people of all ages through AR and VR technology.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment Industry - By fusing VR, AR, and smart technology with traditional entertainment structures, there is an opportunity to create new forms of immersive entertainment experiences.
2. Conservation and Sustainable Development Industry - The conservation industry can use sensors and satellite technology to prevent poaching in remote areas where endangered animals live.
3. Education Industry - Virtual reality in the education sector can be used to build immersive experiences for students to learn about marine biology that would otherwise not have been possible.
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Featured Examples

In-Mall VR Theme Parks
In-Mall VR Theme Parks
Landmark Entertainment is Releasing Its 'LIVE Centers' Across China
Landmark Entertainment, an American technological entertainment and experience company, has announced that it plans to release virtual reality theme parks called ‘LIVE Centers.’ These... MORE
Fishless Aquarium Attractions
Fishless Aquarium Attractions
National Geographic's Encounter: Ocean Odyssey is Cruelty-Free
‘Encounter: Ocean Odyssey’ is an attraction in the heart of New York City that gives people the chance to swim with whales and dolphins, marvel at coral and even play with seals—none... MORE
AR Aquarium Toys
AR Aquarium Toys
Pai Technology's 'Ocean Pets' is a Unique Virtual Aquarium for Kids
‘Ocean Pets’ from Pai Technology is a unique toy that teaches kids about sea creatures through both tactile and digital play. There are many virtual aquarium apps across the Internet... MORE
Anti-Poaching Sensors
Anti-Poaching Sensors
This Animal Poaching Prevention Effort Uses IoT and LPWAN Technologies
Last year poachers killed at least 35,000 African elephants and species such as the black rhino and mountain gorilla continue to be at risk—which is why poaching prevention is such a timely... MORE
play_circle_filled Immersive Coastline Simulators
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'BBC Earth: Life in VR' Immerses Viewers in the Californian Coast
BBC Worldwide and Google teamed up to launch a new virtual reality experience for Daydream called ‘BBC Earth: Life in VR.’ The experience takes viewers into the heart of the California... MORE
VR Wildlife Games
VR Wildlife Games
'Virry VR: Wild Encounters' Puts Players Close to Wild Animals
The VR gaming space has allowed developers and gamers to explore many different worlds and scenario’s, but ‘Virry VR: Wild Encounters’ focuses on the planet we inhabit and some of... MORE

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