Animal Identifier · CapKnow

AI takes photos to identify animals

When you see an unfamiliar animal, pet breed, or animal in the wild, take a photo to get possible names, basic classification, and observation tips.

Red fox identification exampleRecognition results Demo

red fox

Pointed ears, orange-red coat color, slender muzzle and grassy environment.

Judgment cluesPointed ears, orange-red coat color, slender muzzle and grassy environment.
Result presentationPossible answers, rationales, and similar results.
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Use Cases

These scenes are great for filming

Seeing an unknown animal while traveling

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Want to know the possible breed or appearance characteristics of your pet?

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Encountering small wild animals in the park

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

See marine life at the beach or aquarium

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Explain the names and living habits of animals to children

It is suitable to use CapKnow to get name clues first, and then save them as your own records of experiences.

Result Card

What's in the result

  • Possible names and animal categories
  • Observable appearance characteristics
  • Common habitats and behavioral cues
  • Distinguishing points between similar animals
  • Do you need a reminder to keep your distance?
  • Save to Animal Observation Handbook
Examples

Common identification examples

Red fox Red fox

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Raccoon

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Squirrel

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Hedgehog Hedgehog

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Sea turtle Sea turtle

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Gecko Gecko

Take a clear picture of the subject and environment, and then judge together with similar objects.

Photo Tips

How to shoot to make it easier to identify

Photograph from a safe distance and do not approach or disturb wildlife

The clearer the shot, the easier it is for CapKnow to give an understandable basis.

Try to include the head, body proportions, tail and obvious patterns

The clearer the shot, the easier it is for CapKnow to give an understandable basis.

Avoid disturbing animals with flash lights

The clearer the shot, the easier it is for CapKnow to give an understandable basis.

Notice

Things to note

Wild animals may be aggressive, carry pathogens, or be protected by law. CapKnow provides learning cues only and should not guide capture, feeding, or contact.

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FAQ

FAQ

Can you identify pet breeds?

Clues to possible breeds or similar breeds can be given based on appearance, but mixed breed pets and young animals can be unstable.

What are the limitations of wildlife identification?

Long distance, occlusion, night photos and larval morphology will affect judgment. When encountering dangerous animals, you should give priority to keeping a distance.

The next time you encounter the unknown, don’t miss it.

When you see something you don’t recognize, take a photo of it. CapKnow will give possible answers, basis and related knowledge, and save them to your knowledge record.

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