Global Tracking
Track animals in real-time from anywhere in the world, giving conservationists and rangers complete visibility into wildlife movements across vast regions.

Mammal Acquisition
With TAGTRAQ, users can track up to 60 different mammal species, selecting the animals most crucial to their conservation efforts. From black bears to mountain lions, the app ensures versatile and comprehensive monitoring across a wide range of wildlife.

Detailed information
Gain access to in-depth data for each tagged animal, including the RFID tag number, species type, precise longitude and latitude coordinates, and real-time signal strength of the tag. This ensures accurate and actionable insights for effective wildlife tracking and management.

RFID Enabled
Using RFID technology, TAGTRAQ provides precise tracking of tagged animals, with updates every few seconds based on their activity, ensuring accurate monitoring without disrupting natural behavior.

Offline Mode
Stay connected even in areas with limited or no internet access. TAGTRAQ’s offline mode stores tracking data locally and syncs once a connection is reestablished.

TAGTRAQ and the West Virginia Department of Forestry

12 Years of Wildlife Protection

For over a decade, the West Virginia Department of Forestry has leveraged TAGTRAQ to manage and monitor its thriving black bear population. With over 10,000 tagged bears spanning the state’s vast forests, TAGTRAQ has become an essential tool for both conservation efforts and public safety. The system allows rangers to keep a close eye on the bears, tracking their movements in real-time to ensure that they stay clear of populated areas while also studying their habits in their natural environment.

“Before we implemented TAGTRAQ, tracking bears was a challenge,” says Ross Thomas, Regional Forester at the Raleigh branch of the West Virginia Department of Forestry. “We relied on older, less accurate methods that made it difficult to keep up with the population’s growth and movement. Now, with TAGTRAQ, we can track bears in real-time, knowing exactly where they are and what they’re doing.”

One of the standout features of the app is its RFID-enabled technology, which makes it easy to monitor even the most elusive of bears. Each bear is fitted with a small, durable RFID tag that transmits a signal to the app every few seconds, providing live updates on their location and movement. This data is invaluable for both research and safety, helping foresters understand migration patterns and respond quickly in case of emergencies.

Ranger Luke Steele, who has been working with the West Virginia Department of Forestry for six years, emphasizes the app’s role in managing wildlife interactions.

“I’ve been using TAGTRAQ since I joined the department, and it’s changed the way we work. We used to rely heavily on guesswork, but now I can look at my phone and know exactly where our tagged bears are—whether they’re roaming deep in the forest or edging too close to a residential area,” Steele explains. “It gives us peace of mind and helps keep the bears like my favorite Slow Poke—and the people—safe.”

Additionally, TAGTRAQ’s Detailed Information feature allows foresters like Steele to access comprehensive data for each bear, including RFID tag numbers, longitude and latitude coordinates, and the tag’s signal strength. This detailed information enables precise monitoring and quick responses in case a bear needs to be relocated or if an animal strays into potentially dangerous territory.

As a critical part of the state’s wildlife conservation efforts, TAGTRAQ has proven to be more than just a tracking tool. It has allowed the West Virginia Department of Forestry to expand its research into bear behavior, helping them gather important data to protect these majestic creatures.

Ross Thomas adds, “TAGTRAQ has given us the ability to truly understand our black bear population in ways that weren’t possible before. It’s not just about safety—it’s about long-term conservation and making sure these animals continue to thrive in West Virginia’s forests.”