Both advanced and easy to use

A user-friendly interface to collect focal, scan and ad libitum behavioral data on any animal species - no need to type any text!
Ideal for difficult field conditions

Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund researchers in Rwanda and Congo use Animal Observer to study eastern gorillas
Completely customizable

After some easy tweaking using companion software "AO Toolbox", use Animal Observer to study your favorite animal species

Animal Observer, a free iPad application for behavioral observations, activity budgets and animal health monitoring.
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User Friendly

Animal Observer is a free, easy-to-use iPad application for behavioral data collection, with a SIMPLE and straightforward interface developed to record data VERY FAST in the field or in captive settings. Perfect for ADVANCED research or student projects.

Entirely Customizable

This application is completely customizable for data collection on any observable species with discernible individuals. Add your study animals, pictures, social groups, habitat maps, behavior/activity variables, health variables and more!

Spatially Explicit

Using the GPS and compass features, Animal Observer records the latitude, longitude, altitude, and gps precision of every recorded data point. During scans, the app will also record the x,y coordinates of all the individuals on the scene and will save the compass bearing of the focal individual.