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App Open Beta testing
Trap.nz Open Beta Testing allows Trap.nz app users to experience the next level functionality ear...
Bird count records
Settings Tap the cog icon to set the type of observations (seen, or seen and heard) a...
Resetting the trap.nz phone app
trap.nz often has updates, however, despite vigorous testing, sometimes there can be issues that ...
How to bulk load tracks and traps from DNR Garmin?
Rodney Bethel, a Senior GIS Analyst at Palmerston North City Council, has kindly provided u...
Why can't new members see installations?
When a new member is added to a project without any permissions, they have limited ac...
How do I use the map tools?
Moving around the map You can pan around the map by clicking and dragging anywhere on the map....
Is my project data shared?
None of your project data is shared without your permission (please see our privacy p...
How can I enter GPS coordinates for installation locations?
If you have GPS coordinates, you can enter them into the Manual Coordinates box when adding an in...
How can I find what app version I have installed?
When you're logged in to the app It is much easier to find the app version if you can log in to ...
What coordinate system does Trap.NZ use?
Trap.NZ uses WGS84 (EPSG 4326) projection Helpful links https://epsg.io/4326 https://www.geo...
Why don't the project stats on the main project map update immediately?
The project stats on the main project are are updated daily, not in realtime. If you have just ad...
I'm stuck, how do I get support?
If you do get stuck or have a curly one, send us a message via the contact form. Please include a...
Can I record ad-hoc kills on Trap.NZ?
In the event that a pest is killed by something other than a trap (e.g. roadkill, killed by cat/d...
Pre- Authenticated Member
What is a pre-authenticated member? This is a person who has created a trap.NZ account but ha...
Why can’t I import data? it says I’m not using the correct file encoding.
If your CSV file is not being accepted and it says “Source file is not in UTF-8 encoding”, you ma...
The Proximity alert isn’t loud enough, how can I get it louder?
If you are finding the proximity function alerts are not loud enough try these steps 1. Selec...
App wont open - says “Login requires network coverage”
The app occasionally has an issue where it will not open and gives a message that it requires net...
Starting out with trap.nz
a) Create a trap.nz account https://trap.nz/user/register (it's a good idea to note down your ...
Understanding the difference between juvenile and mature possums
Understanding the difference between juvenile and mature possums To avoid confusion when disting...
QR / NFC
Currently in OPEN BETA TESTING (join the beta release here.) QR / NFC functionality allows insta...