MAKING BIODIVERSITY SIMPLE & MEASURABLE

Utilizing the capabilities of insects as natural indicators ensures precise measurements and valuable insights for making important sustainability decisions.

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A COMPLETELY AUTOMATED

& UNBIASED

DATA SOLUTION

Improve your sustainability decision-making by integrating our industry-leading data solution and in-field sensor technology for continuous biodiversity monitoring and nature impact reporting

…HABITAT ASSESSMENT

Our biologists provide remote habitat assessments according to the location of your project. We assess the condition of your habitat, its connectivity to surrounding landscapes and potential influential environmental variables.

CONDUCTED BY BIOLOGISTS

REMOTE HABITAT ANALYSIS

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

PROJECT DESIGN

We tailor and customize project designs with our customers to help plan and design your biodiversity monitoring program. We strive to design the best possible project to ensure optimized data outcomes for your biodiversity project and its objectives.

TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS

FLEXIBLE AND SCALABE

OPTIMIZED DATA

CONTINUOUS MONITORING

With our innovative in-field sensor system we help you establish, measure, and track your biodiversity targets. We collect baseline data that allows you to benchmark against natural habitats, as well as to track the performance of your nature-improving initiatives.

EASY TO INSTALL

POWERED BY SOLAR

NON-INVASIVE TO NATURE

DATA INSIGHTS

Our data analytics platform combines AI and ML to deliver data insights on the state of nature at your project-sites, which is accessible through our biodiversity intelligence platform “customer portal”.

RELIABLE & PRECISE DATA

TEMPORAL DATA TRACKING

NEAR-TIME DATA UPDATES

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WORLDWIDE

NATURE ALLIES

COMMITTED TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

ACHIEVE HIGH-INTEGRITY

BIODIVERSITY DATA

with 4 simple metrics

Insects are reliable indicators of ecosystem health due to their high diversity, abundance, and critical ecological roles such as pollination and decomposition. Changes in insect populations often reflect broader environmental shifts, making them valuable for assessing biodiversity status. Their rapid response to environmental changes provides timely insights into ecosystem dynamics.

INSECT DIVERSITY

The number of different insect groups present in a habitat and how evenly distributed those groups are.

- Whether or not one group is more dominant than others.

Insect diversity reflects the richness and abundance of different species coexisting within the habitat.
A diverse ecosystem is often more resilient to environmental changes, as different species may have varied responses to disturbances. The presence of diverse species also contributes to ecological stability and balance, as each species plays a unique role in the ecosystem's functioning.
Therefore, the level of diversity can influence the availability of resources, interactions among species, and overall ecosystem health, which, in turn, impacts the survival of other organisms within the ecosystem.
Our diversity metric is based on our sensor’s ability to distinguish insect groups by their unique wing beat frequencies, which allows us to calculate diversity using the Shannon and Simpson indices.
The Shannon and Simpson indices are internationally recognized methods, widely used by ecologists and biologists to assess biodiversity. Both indices provide a scientifically validated way to measure the variety and distribution of species.
The Shannon index accounts for the number of species and how evenly they are spread out, while the Simpson index measures the likelihood that two randomly selected individuals belong to the same species.
This ensures our insect diversity assessment is accurate and consistent with global scientific standards.

INSECT BIOMASS

Insect biomass is a measurement that provide an estimate of the amount of available food within an ecosystem.
Biomass is indicative of the ecosystem's overall food availability for various insects eating organisms such as carnivorous invertebrates, amphibians, birds, fish, reptiles, bats, and other small mammals .
Achieving this information is crucial for understanding the energy flow and trophic dynamics within an ecosystem.
Changes in insect biomass can impact the abundance and distribution of prey species, affecting the organisms that rely on insects as a food source.
Consequently, this measurement contributes to assessing the ecosystem's health and its ability to sustain diverse populations of organisms dependent on insect-driven ecological processes.

An estimate of available insect-based food in a habitat.

- Higher biomass can support more diverse wildlife, serving as a crucial food source for various predators.

INSECT ABUNDANCE

The total number of insects present in a habitat.

- Reflects the habitat's capacity to sustain insect populations and can signal changes in environmental conditions or resource availability.

Abundance is a simple count of the total number of insects monitored. A "good" score indicates a higher number and greater diversity of insects detected by the sensors.
Abundance measures the number of individuals in a population, providing insights into the ecosystem's population dynamics.
A low abundance of insects can have cascading effects on other organisms, influencing resource availability, competition for food, and predator-prey relationships.
By examining insect abundance, one can gain insights into the overall population structure and health of various species within the ecosystem, which in turn, contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the ecological dynamics that affect the broader community of organisms sharing the same habitat.

The hourly insect activity pattern in a habitat over 24 hours.

- Indicating whether the ecosystem supports both diurnal (day-active) and nocturnal (night-active) insects or favors just one. This activity pattern offers insights into the habitat's ecological dynamics and its capacity to support diverse insect communities.

INSECT ACTIVITY

Insect activity serves as a dynamic metric, clarifying the complex ecological interactions amongst different insects and environmental factors.

Insects exhibit diverse activity throughout the day, and their presence spans the 24-hour cycle. Different species have distinct patterns of activity, essential for various ecological processes. This includes processes like pollination, predation, and competition, which can directly impact the availability of resources and habitats for other organisms.

By understanding the dynamics of insect activity, you gain insights into how these interactions shape the ecosystem, influencing biodiversity, food systems, and overall ecological health.

"Faunaphotonics’ sensor is a promising technology that could become an important tool for quantifying both biomass and diversity. It represents a significant initial step towards measuring biomass in a more automated manner. We have been involved since the beginning, using the sensors as a complement to more traditional monitoring methods. We are pleased to see how FaunaPhotonics sensor technology is a great supplement to the traditional ways of monitoring nature. The technology delivers good, usable data in an easily accessible manner. Their support and service are readily available."

OBTAIN STATE OF NATURE INSIGHTS WITH

INSECTS AS A RELIABLE

MEASURE OF BIODIVERSITY

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LEARN ABOUT BIODIVERSITY

Insects are the bottom of Nature’s food chain making them the ideal indicator of overall natural ecosystem diversity, health and quality. Comprehensive biodiversity monitoring provides invaluable insights into the effectiveness of conservation and restoration efforts, enabling informed decision-making and contributing to the overall health and sustainability of an ecosystem. If your organization is committed to improving its biodiversity impact, we can help you plan and execute an affordable and robust, continuous monitoring program that will assess and optimize the outcomes of your ecosystem initiatives at scale.

BIODIVERSITY MONITORING

AN END-TO-END SOLUTION

DATA SUBSCRIPTION

Following a collaborative remote habitat assessment with your input, we will determine the optimal number of data subscriptions tailored to your project’s specific needs and objectives. Each data subscription includes multiple data collection points (in-field sensors) and site locations.

TAILORED TO YOUR OBJECTIVES

Our sensors are delivered to your project sites with a user-friendly installation guide. Designed for simplicity, our sensors require no tools for installation and meet rigorous quality standards. Simply scan the QR code to begin streaming data effortlessly.

EASY & HASSLE-FREE

SENSOR INSTALLATION

CONTINUOUS DATA

Your sensors provide continuous monitoring of flying insects in all weather conditions. You can rely on our automated, non-invasive, and unbiased sensors to perform effectively, allowing you to focus on other tasks.

ACCESS TO NEAR-TIME DATA

CUSTOMER PORTAL

FEEDBACK-DRIVEN DESIGN

Data is seamlessly uploaded to the cloud and analyzed using our advanced AI/ML analytics platform. Through our customer portal, you and your team can easily access a comprehensive overview of biodiversity across all your sites. Additionally, we offer the option to integrate our dashboard into your preferred software via API.

FOR YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS

DATA REPORTING

You can download data from your sites directly through the customer portal at any time. At the end of the year, you will receive a customized report highlighting key insights and developments, tailored to meet TNFD and CSRD compliance standards.

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”FaunaPhotonics has been super helpful in the entire process, from planning to setting up the in-field sensors and getting data insights continuously. As we have no biodiversity specialists in-house, it has been really valuable that the team has always been ready to answer any questions we might have. FaunaPhotonics helps us monitor and document our biodiversity initiatives. This is a very important step for us to ensure full transparency with our customers, and to live up to our ambition on reducing our biodiversity footprint.”

INNOVATION AT THE FOREFRONT

REDEFINING BIODIVERSITY MEASURES

WITH ADVANCED INSECT MONITORING

Introducing the eVolito sensor system. A paradigm shift in environmental monitoring. Our sensor register the sky-to-ground electrical field and detects disruptions caused by insects in flight. We leverage over a decade of research on insect wingbeat frequencies. Our AI-driven analytics platform translates this information into precise and valuable insights about the insect communities and behaviour in a habitat. Our non-disruptive sensor ensures unbiased insect detection featuring a simple and streamlined design for easy installation and is solar-powered for year-round operation.

DISCLOSING PRECISION, SUSTAINABILITY & INNOVATION

”We have decided to engage with FaunaPhotonics due to their data-backed solution and extensive science based expertise within biodiversity. We believe they are a great partner to help us baseline, understand, and continuously monitor our impact on biodiversity, firstly throughout our own manufacturing operations, and eventually with the potential to upscale further into our value chain.”

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SUSTAINABILITY REGULATIONS & STANDARDS?

Operations have to comply with GRI, TNFD, SBTs and CSRD to meet regulatory demands ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with leading environmental standards.

ELEVATE YOUR CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL STRATEGY

with automated & unbiased biodiversity data

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Our innovative, scalable and comparative biodiversity measurements ensure disclosure of your nature-related risks and impact.

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TO ENHACE YOUR SUSTAINABILITY CREDENTIALS

POSITIONING YOUR BRAND AS INDUSTRY LEADERS

Adding transparency into your organization builds unmatched stakeholder trust and drives long-term value.

Setting you apart as a frontrunner in the industry with ethical and sustainable practises!

INSECTS AS PROXY FOR

ECOSYSTEM HEALTH

Insects make up the largest and most diverse group of land-living animals on Earth, with over a million identified species and estimates suggesting millions more yet to be discovered. This vast diversity spans various ecological niches and includes species adapted to virtually every non-marine environment on the planet.

Monitoring insect populations provides a comprehensive snapshot of ecosystem health, offering precise measurements of the overall biodiversity status in a habitat and enabling targeted conservation improvement strategies. In addition, insects respond rapidly to disturbances, making them effective early indicators of environmental changes. Their ubiquity, diversity, and responsiveness make insects indispensable tools for assessing and preserving biodiversity health.

Insects play essential roles in ecosystems as pollinators, organic material decomposition, and as a part of intricate food systems. Their pollination activities are vital for the reproduction of many flowering plants, and their role in breaking down organic matter contributes to nutrient cycling and soil health.

GUARDIANS OF OUR

ECOSYSTEM

Insects exhibit remarkable adaptability to various environmental conditions and have rapid reproduction rates. Their ability to evolve quickly in response to changing environments and their resilience in the face of environmental challenges have contributed to their evolutionary success over hundreds of millions of years.