Contribute to Our Research

Help advance the science of barking spider acoustics

Ways to Contribute

Citizen Science

Join our global network of spider sound observers. Help us map barking spider populations and record acoustic events.

  • Download our mobile app
  • Record spider sounds in your area
  • Submit environmental data
  • Participate in surveys
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Data Contribution

Share your research data with our global database. Help build the world's largest collection of spider acoustics.

  • Submit sound recordings
  • Share research findings
  • Contribute to metadata
  • Validate existing data
Submit Data

Research Collaboration

Partner with our research teams on new studies and experiments. Access our equipment and expertise.

  • Propose research projects
  • Access specialized equipment
  • Join field expeditions
  • Co-author publications
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Current Projects Seeking Contributors

Urban Spider Sound Mapping

Active

Creating comprehensive acoustic maps of barking spider populations in major cities worldwide.

Duration: 12 months
50+ cities worldwide
Contributors needed: 200+
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Dietary Impact Analysis

Active

Studying the correlation between spider diets and acoustic output patterns.

Duration: 6 months
Lab-based study
Contributors needed: 50
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Machine Learning Classification

Active

Developing AI models to identify spider species by their acoustic signatures.

Duration: Ongoing
Remote participation
Contributors needed: ∞
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Contribution Guidelines

Data Standards

  • Minimum 48kHz sample rate
  • WAV format preferred
  • Complete metadata required
  • Environmental data inclusion

Equipment Requirements

  • Calibrated microphones
  • Environmental sensors
  • GPS tracking capability
  • Time synchronization

Ethical Considerations

  • No spider harassment
  • Natural habitat respect
  • Data privacy compliance
  • Attribution requirements

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