Exporting Observations in EarthRanger Admin

EarthRanger offers several ways to export observation-level data, depending on your needs and tools. This article outlines four export methods, from manual CSV downloads to automated ArcGIS integrations.

 

The EcoScope Data Downloader allows you to export observations from a subject group in bulk. This is the most efficient method for large-scale data analysis.

Steps:

  1. Download the EcoScope Downloader
    Install the tool following OS-specific instructions.
  2. Export Subject Tracks
    Export to CSV or GeoPackage formats.
    The export includes all subjects in the group.
    A subject_name column helps you filter individual subjects afterward.
  3. Post-Processing
    Files are compatible with QGIS, ArcGIS, and other GIS tools.

For detailed guidance, see: How to Use the Ecoscope Downloader.

 

Option 2: Export Observations via Admin Site

You can manually export filtered observations from the Admin interface:

Steps:

  1. Log In to Admin: Go to Observations > Observations.
  2. Apply Filters: Filter by time range or other metadata.
  3. Export to CSV: Click to download the filtered list as a .csv.
     

For more information around Observation CSV export on specific subjects please visit: Exporting Subject Tracks. 

 

Optional: Split Latitude and Longitude in Google Sheets




 

  1. Open the CSV File
    • Import the file into Google Sheets.
  2. Select the Location Column
    • Highlight the column containing combined coordinates.
  3. Split Text to Columns
    • Go to Data > Split text to columns.
    • Choose Space as the separator.
  4. Rename and Clean Columns
    • Rename the new columns as Latitude and Longitude.
    • Remove parentheses by using Find and Replace:
      • Replace ( and ) with nothing.
  5. Save the File
    • Save the updated sheet as a CSV file for further use, such as importing into ArcGIS.

 

Option 3: Sync to ArcGIS Online

For users with an ArcGIS Online account, EarthRanger offers a direct integration to synchronize subject tracks automatically.

  1. Set Up the Integration
    • Contact support to implement the integration.
  2. Synchronize Data
  3. Subject tracks from EarthRanger will sync directly to your ArcGIS Online account.

For more details, see EarthRanger to ArcGIS Synchronization.

 

Option 4: Exporting from the Menu

The EarthRanger Web interface also allows basic observation exports through the sidebar menu.

For details, see: Exporting Data from EarthRanger Web

 

 

Important Notes about Exporting Data

  • This export includes only the Collar_ID (Device Manufacturer ID), not the subject name.
  • To match observations with subjects, you must also export the Subject Summary and use Excel's VLOOKUP to cross-reference the Subject Name with the Collar_ID.
 

 

 Summary

Export Method Best For Subject Filtering GIS-Ready
EcoScope Downloader Bulk, multi-subject export After download ✅
Admin Site CSV Custom filters, small exports Directly ✅
ArcGIS Sync Automated GIS pipeline Account-based ✅
Web Menu Quick exports Manual only ❌

For help choosing the best method or setting up integrations, please contact EarthRanger Support.

 

 

 

 

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