Discover iNaturalist’s Seek App: Connecting Nature Enthusiasts Through AI
Recently, I marveled at diverse plant species outside my new home and sought to identify them. I discovered Seek by iNaturalist, a free app that uses AI technology to help users photograph and categorize plants, animals, and fungi. Founded by UC Berkeley students and supported by the California Academy of Sciences and National Geographic, iNaturalist boasts over 250 million observations.
The app leverages computer vision AI for species recognition while facilitating community engagement for validation. By capturing images, users can learn about biodiversity and contribute to scientific data collection. The app is simple: download, snap a photo, and receive identification suggestions. Privacy features allow users to control their data visibility.
With 3.7 million users, Seek fosters a vibrant community for nature lovers, blending technology with conservation efforts, making it ideal for budding naturalists. Engage with nature and help advance ecological research worldwide!
