Introduction to Camera Trapping
Learn what camera trapping is, how it works, types of trail camera, key features, and choosing the right equipment for your needs.
Course curriculum
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Welcome to Introduction to Camera Trapping
FREE PREVIEW -
Introduction to Camera Trapping
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Q&A with Dr Sammy Mason
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Further Info
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- £10.00
- 1 hour of video content
What will be covered during this course?
Aimed at nature enthusiasts, students, conservationists, researchers, wildlife gardeners, biological recorders, and environmental professionals who want to develop their understanding of camera trapping and learn how to use trail cameras effectively to study and monitor UK wildlife.
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Gain an understanding of what camera trapping is and how it is used in wildlife research, conservation, and personal recording to study elusive species with minimal disturbance.
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Develop the ability to explain how camera traps work, including motion and heat detection, trigger mechanisms, and how images or videos are captured in the field.
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Build confidence in selecting an appropriate camera trap by evaluating key features, camera types, budgets, and environmental conditions to match equipment to specific monitoring goals.
Ecology tutor
Sammy Mason
Camera Trap Specialist
Dr Sammy Mason is a trustee of MammalWeb, a charity aiming to improve mammal monitoring through the use of camera traps and citizen science. Sammy completed her PhD on the MammalWeb project, particularly focusing on estimating mammal densities using camera traps and evaluating the benefits of engagement with schools.
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