Recently, when I asked my tech-savvy son Chris what he thought might make for an interesting column subject, he suggested nature-related apps. I thought it was a great idea and wondered why I hadn’t thought of that. | SaltWire
The logo for INaturalist.TRURO, N.S. — Recently, when I asked my tech-savvy son Chris what he thought might make for an interesting column subject, he suggested nature-related apps. I thought it was a great idea and wondered why I hadn’t thought of that.
The data can be easily forwarded to a global dataset of biodiversity information used for both science and conservation purposes. Once downloaded from the App store, one simply clicks on the INaturalist icon; then click on the camera icon to prepare to get a photo. Then you can take photos of the wildlife until satisfied. The best photo is then used so that you then click on the ‘What did you see?’ icon. This will provide you with the object identification, other photos, and a detailed description. If you would like to submit it to the global database, you simply click on the Share button.
Skyview Lite is a free app that allows you to learn what is up above. No longer will you look up into the night sky and wonder what you are looking at. Once downloaded, all you have to do is point your IOS device at the sky to identify stars, planets, constellations, and satellites. This is a big hit around the campfire or beach bonfire at night…
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