Captured on Camera: Nocturnal life in Bazley
This photograph was taken at 3:24am in riverine forest by one of two trail cameras generously donated to the B.R.A. by Kimberley Hinde. The animal captured is a Large-spotted Genet, a shy, nocturnal carnivore seldom seen despite being relatively common in healthy coastal forest systems.
These trail cameras play a critical role in the conservation of our wildlife. They are sophisticated pieces of equipment that transmit movement-triggered images in real time to the phones of those monitoring them.
The cameras have been strategically placed in areas where animal snares have previously been found and removed. Their primary purpose is twofold: firstly, to provide immediate alerts of possible poacher activity so monitors can respond quickly to any threat, and secondly, to help identify and record the diverse wildlife species that move through the Bazley Conservancy — many of them active only under the cover of darkness.
Once again, our sincere thanks to Kimberley for this generous donation. These cameras are proving invaluable in the ongoing protection and safekeeping of Bazley’s wildlife.
