Biomap

Biomap homepage
Map visualization
Database
Dual flagging validation system

Inspiration

I love animals, and seeing some species at risk of extinction made me want to do something. I realized that everyday people can help by sharing what they see in nature. These data can support conservation efforts and help protect wildlife.

What it does

BioMap is a citizen science app that lets users upload geotagged images of animals and plants. The app extracts location data, identifies species using Google Vision AI, and plots the images on a map using Google Maps. These images collectively help visualize the spatial distribution of different species. Users can explore other uploaded contributions and flag incorrect images to help maintain data accuracy.

How we built it

BioMap was built using Flutter.
I integrated:

Google Maps SDK for showing geotagged points on the map
Google cloud Vision AI for automatic species identification
Firebase for storing image metadata and user submissions
EXIF tools to extract GPS data from image files

Challenges we ran into

Ensuring only images with valid location data are accepted
Designing the dual flagging mechanism to improve data validation
Keeping the app lightweight and user-friendly

Accomplishments that we're proud of

Successfully built an app that works well
Integrated multiple technologies like Maps, AI, and Firebase
Created a smooth experience for users to contribute meaningful biodiversity data