Wildlife officials in India are using new camera traps with AI capabilities in the Kanha-Pench corridor in Madhya Pradesh.
These camera traps utilize infrared sensors and are designed for counting wild animals and monitoring potential poaching activities.
The system has successfully captured images of poachers, leading to a conviction a year later.
Traditional cameras used for wildlife surveys and censuses have limitations, including the need for physical access to retrieve photos and limited battery life.
The new TrailGuard AI camera-alert system is slim and inconspicuous, resembling a pen and connected to a notepad-sized communications unit.
The system's embedded software allows it to capture specific species of interest, including humans and big cats like lions, tigers, and cheetahs.
The system sends notifications of wildlife presence via email or push notification within 30 to 42 seconds of detection, even in areas close to villages where human activities are common.
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