Nature Technology
Experts in deploying cutting-edge technology
Okala is a leader in developing and deploying nature monitoring technologies, from designing eDNA, bioacoustic and camera trap surveys to integrating remote sensing data and statistical modelling. We can develop bespoke services and deliver all of our work through our cutting-edge NatureCube geospatial platform.
Trusted by global organisations
Services
Camera Traps
Camera trap deployments with AI-assisted species identification, expert review and occupancy and density analysis, managed in NatureCube.
Bioacoustics
Acoustic recorders for birds, bats, amphibians and more, with AI call detection and validation by our ecologists.
eDNA
eDNA sampling design and collection, with results held alongside your other survey data.
Sensor Development
Bespoke sensors and field hardware designed around your site, target species and data needs.
AI and Statistical Models
Custom AI models for image and sound recognition, and occupancy, density and trend models that turn detections into robust estimates for reporting.
Remote Sensing
Satellite and drone analysis of habitats, land-use change and deforestation, delivered through NatureCube.
NatureCube
Delivered through NatureCube
NatureCube is Okala's platform for managing, analysing and interpreting complex biodiversity datasets, from camera traps and bioacoustics to remote sensing analyses. Data can be exported using recognised data standards. NatureCube is used by 99 organisations in 35 countries and holds more than 1.5 million species observations.
What our clients say
"We had a fantastic experience working with Okala, who supported us with camera trap surveys, including survey design, image processing and data analysis. They were extremely professional and communicative, delivering tagged images and access to their expert dashboard within a short space of time. We look forward to working with them on future projects."
"We have had a great experience working with Okala. The process has been constructive and efficient. We have appreciated the collaborative nature of the work and the level of expertise from the Okala team. It has been great to work with a like-minded team who share our values."
"We greatly appreciated Okala's ability to adapt to the specific demands of the mining industry. Their flexibility and responsiveness enabled the timely delivery of key project components. The dashboard training session was very well received by our client, and the platform itself has proven to be an effective tool for visualizing the results of camera-trap monitoring. We look forward to continuing and expanding our collaboration with Okala."
"This was an ambitious project where we could put AI to the test at very large scales. Okala's data platform allowed us to verify AI outputs and rapidly interact with the data using the intuitive interface."
"Okala's expert gap analysis and guidance have greatly advanced Fura's progress towards reaching our sustainability goals. Their professionalism and insight into biodiversity and carbon management exceeded our expectations."
"Okala delivered cutting edge biodiversity, carbon and social baselines to understand how a 300,000 ha forestry concession in Gabon could be managed for sustainable development."
"Minimising biodiversity impact is an increasing challenge for our sector. Okala provided unrivalled transparency and reporting for our early-stage industrial project in Rwanda."
"Okala delivered high-quality biodiversity baselines in just six months using eDNA, bioacoustics and camera traps. Their work will allow us to calculate the biodiversity value of the forest to inform land-management."
