# Lion-Tracking Collars This Wildlife-Tracking Collar is Designed to Protect Kenya's Lion Population By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-12-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildlifetracking-collar References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/grndlabloveslions/open-source-lion-tracking-collars?ref=category_recommended) 'GRND Lab LLC' designed an open-source wildlife-tracking collar that can be used to protect Kenya's dwindling lion population. As of right now, there are only about 2,000 lions remaining in Kenya. This organization has designed an advanced tracking system that can help to protect the lions that remain. The lion-tracking system consists of two parts, the most important of which is the wildlife-tracking collar. This device uses GPS/GSM technology to track the whereabouts of each lion. The second component of the system is [open-source documentation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech4nature-project) of the data collected. Unlike other tracking technology, GRND Lab LLC relies on an open-source system. This means that both researchers and the public can access and share data in real time. As a result, it becomes faster and less expensive to [track current lion populations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/return-of-the-cheetah). Although the open-source system is not yet in place, GRND Lab LLC is currently raising funds to test out the concept. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wildlife-tracking Collars:** The use of wildlife-tracking collars equipped with GPS/GSM technology presents opportunities for more effective conservation efforts. - **Open-source Data Sharing:** The implementation of open-source data sharing systems can revolutionize wildlife tracking and enable real-time collaboration among researchers and the public. - **Crowdfunding for Conservation:** The adoption of crowdfunding platforms can provide opportunities for funding innovative conservation projects like the development of lion-tracking systems. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Conservation Technology:** Companies in the conservation technology industry can leverage the demand for advanced wildlife-tracking collars and data sharing systems. - **Environmental Nonprofits:** Nonprofit organizations focused on environmental conservation can explore the potential of open-source data sharing and crowdfunding to support their initiatives. - **Technology Hardware:** The development and manufacturing of GPS/GSM wildlife-tracking collars can present lucrative opportunities for technology hardware companies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wildlife Monitoring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildtrack.md) - [AI-Driven Dog Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aidriven-dog-collars.md) - [Stylish GPS Dog Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gps-dog-collar.md) - [AI Canine Health Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotons-ai-lifetrack-collar.md) - [Satellite-Connected Dog Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satellai-dog-collar.md) - [Cat-Tracking Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tile-for-cats.md) - [Biometric GPS Canine Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invoxia-smart-dog-collar.md) - [Escape-Proof Dog Collar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-collar-1.md) - [Smart Wearable Pet Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gochip.md)