Researchers tested fur-mounted satellite tags on polar bears, providing less invasive tracking of subadult and adult males.
New "burr on fur" trackers show promise in studying polar bears, particularly subadult and adult males. Researchers from York University and other institutions tested the effectiveness of these fur-mounted satellite tags in tracking polar bear movement and behaviour. The trackers, which adhere to the fur, offer a less invasive alternative to traditional collars, providing valuable data on previously difficult-to-study demographics.
July 15, 2024
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