Forsyth County Library patrons joined a global conversation this summer through their participation in the QuestaGame Citizen Science project. The goal of QuestaGame is two-fold. The first is to encourage people all over the world to become more aware of the world around them. The second is to identify as many species of plants and animals around the world as possible. Using a free app that is designed more like a game, participants earn gold (points) for each plant or animal submission.
Volunteers from around the world (including some of our very own library staff!) identify the submissions. Thirty patrons from our four library branches submitted 235 sightings, earned 143,976 gold (points) and introduced several new species to the QuestaGame platform this summer! Submissions are highlighted on the app and through social media each day, providing opportunities to see what other citizen scientists are finding in their corner of the world.
It’s not too late to participate! Although FCPL was highlighting QuestaGame as part of our Tails and Tales Summer Reading Fun, we will continue to support our teams and invite new participants to join. To get started, simply download the free app, create an account and join one of the Forsyth County teams (password: summer). QuestaGame is growing and it has captured the attention of many in the scientific community, including Jane Goodall! If you enjoy getting outside and exploring the world around you, join us on QuestaGame!
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