Pi 5 Wildlife Camera Trap Kit
Raspberry Pi 5 Camera Trap Kit — Deploy a Motion-Activated Night Vision Station for Wildlife Monitoring
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Imagine setting up a camera deep in a forest or garden, and having it capture a crisp photo the very moment an animal moves into frame — even in pitch darkness. This kit merges a Raspberry Pi 5, the NoIR camera module, and invisible 940nm IR LEDs into a passive wildlife monitoring station. Every flicker of motion triggers a timestamped image saved instantly to a 128GB NVMe SSD, giving you hundreds of hours of hands-off observation.
What You'll Build
You will assemble a weather‑resistant camera trap inside an ABS enclosure, wiring the IR LED array for covert night illumination. A custom Python script leverages OpenCV to detect motion in the live feed, fires the 12MP camera, and logs every encounter with a date‑time stamp. The result is a deployable device that sits silently for days, building a visual diary of animal activity without disturbing the habitat.
What You'll Learn
- Program real‑time motion detection using OpenCV frame differencing and contour analysis
- Interface a low‑glow IR LED array with Raspberry Pi GPIO for invisible night vision
- Configure NVMe SSD storage via the M.2 HAT+ for fast, reliable saving of thousands of high‑res images
- Design a weather‑proof camera enclosure and prepare the system for field deployment
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi 5 4GB | 1 |
| Pi Camera Module 3 NoIR | 1 |
| IR LED 940nm | 5 |
| NVMe SSD 128GB | 1 |
| Pi 5 M.2 HAT+ | 1 |
| USB-C PSU | 1 |
| ABS Enclosure | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 10 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
B.Tech ECE/EEE students building a minor project on IoT‑based wildlife monitoring, CBSE Class 12 learners exploring computer vision for their investigatory project, and teams participating in the Smart India Hackathon will find everything they need here. Hobbyists setting up a backyard camera trap at a farmhouse in Kerala, or conservationists testing a low‑cost monitoring solution, will also appreciate the pre‑integrated parts and on‑demand build support.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code on the box to start a chat with the AI companion that knows this project inside out. For deeper troubleshooting, our team is available on WhatsApp to help you resolve any block.
How many images can the 128GB SSD store?
Each 12MP JPEG captured by the Pi Camera Module 3 NoIR is roughly 3 MB. That means the SSD can hold approximately 40,000 motion‑triggered images before you need to transfer or delete files.
Can I run the camera trap without a mains outlet?
Yes. While the kit includes a USB‑C power supply for bench testing, you can swap it for a 5V power bank (10,000 mAh or larger) for overnight field runs. The Pi 5 sips power efficiently during motion‑detection standby.
What motion range can I expect from this setup?
The NoIR camera module has a diagonal field of view of about 75 degrees, and the 940nm IR LEDs effectively illuminate up to 5 metres. Animals moving within that cone at night will reliably trigger a timestamped capture.
OpenCV motion detection triggers camera capture and saves image with timestamp — passive wildlife monitoring station.
What's in this kit
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items