# ZSL Instant Wild

> Citizen science app for wildlife identification and conservation. (iPhone/iPad app by Zoological Society of London (ZSL).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zsl-instant-wild/id1290294097 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zoological Society of London (ZSL)](https://appshunter.io/developer/959913958)
- Category: Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.90/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 65 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-09-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zsl-instant-wild/id1290294097/reviews.md

## What is ZSL Instant Wild?

ZSL’s Instant Wild app empowers you to take part in vital conservation work, bringing you LIVE images and videos from amazing locations all around the world. By identifying the animals in each image, you are contributing to conservation and making a positive impact on the future for wildlife.

This is the next generation of Instant Wild, which mobilises people power to scale up important animal monitoring work, helping scientists to protect wildlife and secure a richer biodiversity for all!

What rare species will you find?

Key features:

* View and identify images and video transmitted live from the field and contribute to conservation research wherever you are.
* Follow projects to support conservation work that you’re specifically interested in and curate your own feed on your home page.
* Gain badges, work towards being one of our daily Top Spotters and get shout outs for your hard work.
* See exactly how many animals – including endangered ones - you’ve spotted and save favourite images to your profile.
* Check out the leaderboards to see how you stack up against those leading the way in species identification both overall and for the rarest sightings.
* See latest news on Instant Wild and stay up to date with the latest conservation news from the Instant Wild team.
* Join our bustling Instant Wild community and discuss what’s been spotted in each photograph.
* Receive alerts to keep you updated on the latest from projects you follow.
* Share the most interesting images and videos on social media.
 
 
How it works:

Motion triggered cameras are a crucial tool for monitoring animal populations and movements, and this information allows us to develop methods for conserving them. As an animal moves past one of our Instant Wild cameras it will trigger, taking a photo which is immediately sent back to the app in real time for identification by you. Identifying thousands of images takes time but with your help we can identify even more species and help to protect them. 

You don’t need any qualifications or special expertise to take part – lots of help is provided to make sure you make the right identification – simply sign up and start tagging the animals in the images.

Your involvement will not only contribute to conservation, making you part of our ZSL community, you’ll also get a window into the some of the world’s wildest places. 
 
 
 
Instant Wild is a Zoological Society of London (ZSL) Initiative.
Founded in 1826, ZSL is a global conservation charity with a mission to conserve the planet's wildlife and their habitats. With two Zoos, a renowned Institute of Zoology and over 50 conservation projects worldwide, ZSL uses ground-breaking science to fuel life-changing conservation.

## Key features

- Identify animals in live images and videos
- Contribute to conservation research
- Follow specific conservation projects
- Earn badges and compete on leaderboards
- Save favorite images
- Join a community of wildlife enthusiasts
- Receive project alerts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zsl-instant-wild/id1290294097/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Amazing concept poor app

*2023-09-15, version 5.2*

I absolutely love the concept and as an animal lover would love to just watch live feeds and maybe see an animal and help. Sadly when I tried to register it wouldn't let me, I checked all the information and nothing was misspelt but just wouldn't let me create an account. I really hope they fix this issue in the future

### 1/5 — App doesn’t open

*2023-06-12, version 5.1.5*

Tried to tell this information through app support but it wasn’t available. Just downloaded app on iPhone with IOS 16.5 and app doesn’t open, just flickers and closes.

### 1/5 — This crashes upon opening

*2023-05-18, version 5.1.5*

Disappointing

### 1/5 — Can’t open app

*2023-04-13, version 5.1.5*

I was excited about this after hearing about it from a friend. Every time I tap the app to start it, it just shuts down and doesn’t open. Really disappointing.

### 1/5 — App

*2023-01-19, version 5.1.5*

Downloaded on my iPhone 12pro max. 
Splash screen opens then the app shuts down.
Uninstall and reinstall does not help.

### 1/5 — App crashes on opening

*2023-01-16, version 5.1.5*

Downloaded after reading BBC article about citizen shark research in Welsh sea. Unfortunately it has never worked; just crashes after flipping my iPad screen. Sad.

### 1/5 — Fails to open

*2023-01-03, version 5.1.5*

Have tried loading twice but app crashes each time when opened. Disappointing.

### 1/5 — Wont load.

*2023-01-03, version 5.1.5*

I’ve just downloaded this app, but when I tap the onscreen icon it just flips the whole page over back to the icon.

### 1/5 — Why put it in the news?

*2023-01-02, version 5.1.5*

Just downloaded this after reading a BBC news article saying ZSL need more people to use it. You’d think they’d check it works before the article was released wouldn’t you?

### 1/5 — App doesn’t work

*2023-01-01, version 5.1.5*

Downloaded the app, but it doesn’t load and no support from ZSL

## Frequently asked questions about ZSL Instant Wild

### What is Instant Wild?

Instant Wild is a free app from the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) that allows users to contribute to wildlife conservation by identifying animals in live images and videos from motion-triggered cameras. It mobilizes people power to scale up important animal monitoring work.

### How does Instant Wild help conservation?

By identifying animals in images, users provide crucial data that helps scientists monitor animal populations and movements. This information is vital for developing methods to conserve wildlife and protect biodiversity.

### Do I need special qualifications to use Instant Wild?

No, you don't need any qualifications or special expertise. The app provides help to ensure you make the right identification. Simply sign up and start tagging animals in the images.

### What kind of content can I expect to see on Instant Wild?

You will see live images and videos transmitted directly from the field, featuring various animals, including rare and endangered species. You can also follow specific projects and see how many animals you've spotted.

### Can I track my progress and compete with others on Instant Wild?

Yes, Instant Wild offers features like gaining badges, working towards being a 'Top Spotter,' and checking leaderboards to see how you compare to other users in species identification.

### Is Instant Wild available on all devices?

Instant Wild is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is a free application developed by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL).

### How often is Instant Wild updated?

The latest version of Instant Wild is 5.2, and it was last updated on June 14, 2023. ZSL regularly updates the app to improve features and add new conservation projects.

### What is the user sentiment for Instant Wild?

Based on the available data, Instant Wild has a rating of 1.9 stars from 9 ratings. This suggests that while users can contribute to conservation, there may be areas for improvement in the user experience or app functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2 — 2023-06-14

Fixed startup crash on some iOS devices
New ZSL logo
Disabling of Twitter feed due to Twitter API closure
Removed Facebook login
Fixed issue with new browser cookie security policies preventing login

### 5.1.5 — 2020-04-30

SciStarter citizen science platform integration directly from registration page
Removed broken Twitter login method as OpenID no longer supported

### 5.1.4 — 2020-01-17

Fixes to reporting interface.

### 5.1.3 — 2020-01-10

Fix for front page image feedIntegration with citizen science platform SciStarter (link your SciStarter account in your user profile)

### 5.1.2 — 2019-12-05

Image reporting
Supporters page and logos

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