# Crowdsourced Wildlife Apps This App Helps Manitobans Contribute Towards Wildlife Tracking Projects By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-09-02 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manitoba-wildlife-app References: [cbc](http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/new-app-connects-manitobans-naturalists-1.3745450) & [residents.gov.mb](http://residents.gov.mb.ca/apps/go_wild.html) Authorities in the province of Manitoba in Canada have launched an intelligently conceived smartphone wildlife app, dubbed 'Gold Wild Manitoba', that is designed to make it easier than ever for regular citizens to play a proactive and important role in the preservation of wildlife as well as fauna across the province. The app essentially allows users who come across different [plants and animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantidentify) to enter data about them and even upload accompanying identifying photos to the community. Available for free download for both iOS and Android, the app is frequented by nature experts who offer knowledgeable responses to posts and uploads. Not only will this wildlife app help authorities keep track of [plant and animal populations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech4nature-project), but it will also help to bridge the gap between casual wildlife enthusiasts and the professional naturalist world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Crowdsourced Data Collection:** Developing apps that allow users to contribute data and photos can revolutionize wildlife tracking projects. - **Community Engagement:** Building platforms where nature enthusiasts can connect and communicate will enhance wildlife preservation efforts. - **Expert Crowdsourcing:** Creating a system where nature experts can provide responses and insights on wildlife observations can improve data accuracy. ### Who This Affects Most - **Mobile App Development:** Developing user-friendly wildlife apps can unlock new opportunities for tech companies. - **Conservation and Environmental Organizations:** Implementing crowdsourced wildlife apps can enhance research and conservation efforts. - **Tourism and Outdoor Recreation:** Promoting wildlife tracking apps can attract nature enthusiasts and encourage eco-tourism. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wildlife Trafficker-Thwarting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildlife-traffickerthwarting-app.md) - [Provincial Fishing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/provincial-fishing-app.md) - [Wildlife Monitoring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildtrack.md) - [App-Based Cleaning Tips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okanagan-forest-task-force.md) - [Interactive Transparency Tracking Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparency-tracking-tool.md) - [Wildlife Awareness Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-cards.md) - [Nature Exploration Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-atlas.md) - [Wood-Scanning AI Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodai-app.md) - [Bioaccoustic Wildlife Monitoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundscapes-to-landscapes.md)