INSECTOR:
Data-driven
conservation through
insect monitoring
The Insector is an automated biodiversity monitoring system that tracks insects at your location. Thanks to AI-powered camera sensors and solar power, you get real-time insights into the health of entire ecosystems every day.
24/7
Automatic MonitoringBiodiversity is in crisis.
Nature conservation, too.
68% FEWER SPECIES
Over the past 50 years, global populations of wild animals have declined by 68%. These trends threaten entire ecosystems that provide the planet with food, water, and air.
MISSING DATA
Although we know that biodiversity is declining dramatically, we do not know the actual extent of this decline in many locations. There is a lack of continuous, reliable monitoring data collected directly from the field.
Blind conservation
Traditional assessments are expensive and often provide only a snapshot of the current situation.
As a result, measures are often taken too late or are not suited to the ecological context of the site, and thus fail to achieve their intended effect.
Why we developed the Insector
Biodiversity can only be protected if we understand it. In this video, the founders of Bee friendly explain why traditional conservation approaches aren’t enough and how the Insector was developed to make biodiversity measurable for the first time—continuously, locally, and effectively.
What Insector does for you
*This illustration is provided for illustrative purposes only. The type and scope of the data collected, as well as its visualization, may vary depending on the project, time period, and objectives.
Here's how it works
Three Simple Steps to Data-Driven Conservation
MONITORING
Using an AI camera, the Insector monitors biodiversity at your site.
REPORTING
You'll receive regular reports explaining what's happening at your location.
ACT
We recommend site-specific conservation measures and help you implement them.
The Impact of Data
Nature Conservation Becomes Actionable
Only continuous data makes biodiversity truly understandable. Tracking changes in biodiversity over weeks and months reveals whether measures are effective, stagnating, or in need of new impetus.
This transforms monitoring into a tool for action: enabling targeted improvements, informed decisions, and genuine ecological progress.
An example of biodiversity development at a single site.
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About the Insector
Everything you need to know about our monitoring system
How much does the Insector cost?
We offer two versions of the Insector:
- Insector eco (shipped by mail, versatile)
Subscription duration – Price (net):- 4 months: €2,360
- 1 year: €4,490
- 2 years: €6,490
- 3 years: €8,290
- 4 years: €9,990
- 5 years: €11,840
- Insector nexus (permanently installed, anchored in the ground)
This option is available for terms of 1 year or longer and costs €1,000 more than the eco model, as installation and foundation work are included.
At the end of the booked term, we can either dismantle the device for you, or you can flexibly extend the contract for €1,890 per year. As a general rule: the longer the term, the more affordable the monitoring becomes.
How do I get the Insector?
We deliver the Insector directly to your location—both in Germany and internationally. Upon request, we can also handle the on-site installation.
How do you install the Insector?
The Insector can be permanently installed using a screw foundation that does not require concrete, or set up on a mobile stand.
What happens to the Insector in winter?
From March to October, the Insector continuously collects data. In winter, when the insects are dormant, monitoring is suspended. Upon request, we can store the device for you.
How does the Insector work?
The Insector attracts insects using a special landing pad. An AI camera automatically identifies and classifies the species without trapping or harming them. The data is analyzed and translated into easy-to-understand reports.
Isn't there a bias, since the attractant plate only attracts certain insects?
Yes, as with any monitoring method, there is a certain degree of selectivity. We adhere to the latest research on color-sorted seeds, and by combining numerous data points, we are able to build a reliable picture of local biodiversity.
How reliable is the Insector?
Insector uses only recognition and classification models that have been published in reputable scientific journals. This ensures that the data is reliable.
What do you do with my data?
Your data is safe with us, as we store all data in compliance with the GDPR. Nevertheless, we encourage you to give your consent to share your data with research institutions. By doing so, you support the open data movement and help improve insect monitoring worldwide.