Satoshi Nakamura

Drawing Attention: A Field Study of Sketch-Based Penguin Identification for Aquarium Visitor Engagement

Zoos and aquariums often house animals in groups, making it difficult for visitors to recognize individuals. Penguins exemplify this challenge, even though identifying individuals can foster empathy and engagement. We addressed the following research questions: (RQ1) How do zoos and aquariums currently provide individ…