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Scott Whittle, President
Email: Scott@terralistens.com
Phone: (609) 551-0914
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Terra Listens Launches Revolutionary Acoustic Monitoring Devices for Birders and Conservationists
New Terra Station and Terra App bring advanced bird listening technology to backyards and beyond
[October 11, 2024, Cape May, New Jersey] - Terra Listens, in partnership with Cellular Tracking Technologies (CTT), today announced the commercial launch of its groundbreaking Terra Station and Terra App at The New Jersey Audubon Society 2024 Cape May Fall Festival.
Designed to revolutionize the study of wildlife by consumers and researchers around the world, the Terra project is poised to be one of the largest citizen science projects in history. Terra Stations in backyards, parks, schools, and dedicated research sites will transmit valuable data on movement and migration as part of the only crowdsourced bioacoustics network focused solely on wildlife conservation.
A unique, high-quality addition to a birder’s toolkit, the sleek, easy-to-install Terra Station, paired with the free Terra App, easily connects to home WiFi, driving interest from wildlife gardeners, educators, and conservation-minded apartment dwellers and homeowners alike.
Priced at $299, the Terra Station is a wide-range acoustic monitoring device that combines high-quality sound recording with wildlife radio tracking capabilities through the Motus network. Paired with the intuitive Terra App for iOS and Android, this system allows users to listen to and identify birds visiting their Terra Station 24/7 or access unique curated listening sites around the world.
"We're thrilled to bring Terra Listens to market after years of development and refinement," said Scott Whittle, CEO of Terra Listens. "Our mission is to make advanced birding and conservation technology accessible to everyone, from seasoned ornithologists to backyard nature enthusiasts.
"Key features of the Terra Listens system include:
24/7 high-quality audio recording and streaming
Bird identification algorithm with community refinement
Motus wildlife tracking capabilities
Easy setup and user-friendly mobile app interface
Access to a growing network of listening stations worldwide
The Terra Station is more than just a listening device. It serves as a Motus base station, contributing valuable data to bird and butterfly migration research at a fraction of the cost of traditional equipment. This dual functionality makes The Terra Station an essential tool for both amateur birders and professional researchers.
"By the end of this month, we will have shipped over 2,000 Terra Stations, more than doubling the number of Motus-capable base stations in the Americas," Whittle added. "This represents a significant leap forward for the scientific community and bird conservation efforts."Terra Listens has already garnered support from leading conservation organizations. Brett Ewald, Director of the Cape May Bird Observatory, commented, "We're excited about Terra's capabilities and potential impact on nature education, engagement, and research. We're integrating Terra Stations into our education programs and monitoring surveys, expanding our ability to study bird populations across Cape Island."
The Terra Station is now available for purchase on the Terra Listens website and in selected stores.
Download the app for iOS in the App Store or for Android on Google Play.For more information about Terra Listens and its products, visit www.terralistens.com
About Terra Listens:
Founded in 2020, Terra Listens is dedicated to creating innovative acoustic monitoring solutions for birding and wildlife conservation. In partnership with Cellular Tracking Technologies, Terra Listens develops cutting-edge technology to connect people with nature and contribute to scientific research.
