Explore the Lake Tahoe Ecosystem in Augmented Reality (AR)

Dive into the interconnected world of Lake Tahoe's food web. By clicking the boxes below, you’ll discover native and non-native aquatic species, important terrestrial animals, and learn more about the roles they play in Tahoe’s delicate ecosystem. Alongside these species, you’ll also encounter models of UC Davis TERC’s research tools: our research vessel, a long-term monitoring buoy, and a scientific research diver. These represent the many ways researchers study Tahoe’s water quality, climate change impacts, and ecological health. 

If you're using a smartphone, tap to launch a 3D version of the species in Augmented Reality (AR) and place fish, birds, or even a bear right into your surroundings. On a computer? Click to learn fun facts about each organism and its role in this iconic mountain lake.

Start exploring with just a tap below!