Rainforest Concern are diligently working to safeguard a number of reserves in South America. NatureSpy are thrilled to support Rainforest Concern's vital work at the Neblina and Los Cedros Reserves in Ecuador and the Nasampulli Reserve in Chile. Historic and current pressures on these unique habitats include deforestation and illegal poaching, posing an extinction risk for many species of flora and fauna. Trail cameras play an essential role in revealing and protecting the wildlife in these three reserves.

With the assistance of a range of stakeholders, Rainforest Concern are monitoring and protecting wildlife in the Neblina, Los Cedros and Nasampulli Reserves. Monitoring efforts enable the team to assess the presence and status of species, identify threats to their survival, and develop strategies to mitigate these threats. 

Environmental education is also a key part of their work, raising awareness of the ecosystem's importance locally and providing guidance on alternative practices to mitigate illegal deforestation and human-wildlife conflict.

Running trail camera surveys in South America’s rainforests is quite a challenge! These environments are notorious for high humidity, heavy rainy seasons, and curious species such as Andean bears that love to tamper with cameras. To withstand these conditions, the team needs tough trail cameras that can handle it all, while reliably producing clear images to identify species and observe behaviours.

NatureSpy are delighted to assist Rainforest Concern with their trail camera survey needs at the Neblina, Los Cedros and Nasampulli Reserves. Our equipment and financial donations aid wildlife monitoring and research in these vital and endangered habitats. 

We’ve donated Browning and NatureSpy Ursus trail cameras that we know can withstand these tough, humid climates and we’ve also supplied solutions to prevent bears and other wildlife from damaging the equipment, such as the use of trail camera security boxes.