About the Snapshot Initiative
Snapshot Global is a project that, since 2019, has been dedicated to the study of medium and large sized mammals through standardized, collaborative, and long-term monitoring.
Currently, the Snapshot initiative is carried out in the United States, Japan, Europe, Brazil, and Chile, and starting in 2026, it will be implemented in Argentina and other Latin American countries. For more information about the Snapshot projects, click on the link to continue here..
What is Snapshot Argentina?
The Snapshot Argentina project is a standardized and collaborative mammal monitoring initiative using camera traps, planned to be implemented nationwide.
The invitation is open to academic institutions, NGOs, foundations, public services, companies, and individuals with experience in camera traps to participate in this major project.
In this first edition, the goal is to gather enough collaborators to cover the widest possible range of ecosystems in Argentina, in order to generate nationally representative indicators.
Join us and be part of Snapshot Argentina 2026!
Protocol
- Ojective: Large-scale study to conduct annual assessments of mammal populations using camera traps distributed throughout the country.
- Sampling period: Camera trap surveys must be conducted between October 1 and December 31, 2026.
- Sampling points: Camera traps must be installed in at least 15 different locations within the study area. The goal is to reach a minimum of 400 trap-nights.
- Deployment: Cameras must be spaced at a minimum distance of 200 meters and a maximum of 5,000 meters from each other. They should be installed 20 to 50 cm above the ground and oriented parallel to the slope.
- Equipment: Use camera models with a trigger speed of 0.5 seconds or less and infrared capability.
- Do not record videos, and do not use hybrid mode (photo and video).
- Bait: No type of bait or other scent attractants is allowed.
The detailed protocol instructions can be found here:
ProtocolSignup
To participate in Snapshot Argentina 2026, please register using this form.
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Contact
- If you have any questions about Snapshot Argentina, please contact us at the following email, and we will respond as soon as possible.
- contacto@snapshot-argentina.com
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