Bugs Matter vs Détour

The number of insects has been falling at an alarming rate for many years. It's no exaggeration to say that unless something is done to halt the decline, our own future could be at risk. Patterns and trends in insect numbers are nuanced, however, and we still don't have that much information on the relative rate of decline over time, and there are too few studies looking at this problem. The Bugs Matter app is an application that enables you to get involved in this critical biodiversity monitoring. Splatted insects are an unfortunate by-product of our habitual use of vehicles, but also presents us with a prime way of monitoring them. With Bugs Matter you can contribute counts of insects and other ‘bugs’, along with the route of the journey you make in a vehicle. You can also provide details about the vehicle used (needed for data analysis) by entering the registration number. This will provide scientists with important new information that will contribute to conservation, evidence, planning, and education. Anyone with a phone and use of a vehicle can get involved with recording insect counts. It is very easy and quick to submit useful data without specialist knowledge. You do not need to be the driver of the vehicle in which you make a journey. Take action for insects and help us to study this important subject!

Welcome to Détour: take the time to explore the city of Paris! The Détour application offers you a set of urban walks, allowing you to learn more about your environment, the architecture and culture of the city of Paris. Through rich and fun content - audios, quizzes, panoramas, videos, augmented reality - each route guides you through the streets of Paris to help you discover its treasures, its unusual or unsuspected details. You can enjoy Détour wherever you are: directly on site, or even from home. Détour can also help you raise awareness among young audiences about their environment and pass on new knowledge to them in a light and fun way. To fully enjoy the walk, the Détour app is discreet: keep your phone in your pocket, and you will receive a notification when a remarkable point of interest is not to be missed ! The rest of the time, look up and take the time to admire your surroundings! Let Détour guide you and enjoy!