# Satellite-Aided Nature Discoveries What You Discover on Google Earth Could Kill You By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-12-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-earth-revelation-what-google-discovers-could-kill-you References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5115800/google-earth-leads-scientists-to-undiscovered-forest-brand-new-species) & [telegraph](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/earthpicturegalleries/3901029/Mount-Mabu-Mozambique-Scientists-discover-new-forest-with-undiscovered-species-on-Google-Earth.html?image=12) Well, now they have done it. [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-map-ai-enhancements-google-maps-update-brings-aipowered-exploration) Earth has mapped an area just teeming with life forms that are unknown to the rest of the Earth. And they will kill ya. Scientist Julian Bayliss was screwing around at the office--research, you know--and he did a flyover of Mozambique using Google Earth. When he noticed a large green patch, he zoomed in, found that it was unexplored and headed straight to Mount Mabu. **Implications** - This incident speaks to the magnitude of the increasing capabilities of technology, and [satellite technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vector-maps) in particular. This truly mind-blowing software has introduced unlimited possibilities for discoveries that have the potential to do the world social, environmental and scientific good. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Satellite Mapping:** The use of satellite technology in mapping unexplored areas opens up opportunities for discovering unknown life forms and natural resources. - **Virtual Exploration:** Virtual platforms like Google Earth enable users to discover and explore remote locations, leading to potential scientific breakthroughs and new perspectives. - **Technology-enabled Discoveries:** Advancements in technology, such as satellite imagery and data analysis, facilitate groundbreaking discoveries and research in various fields. ### Where This Applies - **Mapping and Surveying:** Companies specializing in satellite mapping and surveying can capitalize on the growing demand for accurate, up-to-date spatial data. - **Virtual Reality:** The virtual reality industry can leverage platforms like Google Earth to create immersive and educational experiences that allow users to explore uncharted territories. - **Scientific Research:** Scientific institutions and research organizations can benefit from satellite-aided discoveries to further their understanding of nature and support environmental conservation efforts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Global Location Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthguessr.md) - [Geography Guessing Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topoguesser.md) - [Digital Map AI Enhancements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-map-ai-enhancements-google-maps-update-brings-aipowered-exploration.md) - [AI-Powered Global Facts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geofacts.md) - [Natural Environment-Analyzing Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edrone.md) - [Park-Navigating Map Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/map-update.md) - [AI-Enhanced Map Softwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-maps-ai.md) - [Niche Search Engine Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globe-explorer.md) - [Nature Exploration Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-atlas.md)