Best wildlife camera

Wildlife cameras are a fantastic way of seeing what animals are visiting an area and capturing images of them that would usually require incredible patience and a full TV camera crew. These remote cameras can be set up in natural habitats and when triggered by movement, will record still images and video of any passing animals.

When buying a wildlife camera, it’s worth considering what sensors they have to pick up animals and how wide an arc their detection zone is. Trigger speed is important so you don’t miss any fast-moving creatures. As with any camera, image quality is measured in megapixels (MP) with 16MP being the minimum for high-resolution shots and 1080p for HD video. Trail cameras need to be rugged to survive outside in all weathers with IP66 waterproofing and a good level of shock resistance. Here are the wildlife cameras we would recommend.