Satellite Tracking
Satellite collars are more expensive but have the advantage of sending location information directly to a satellite which is then received at a ground station and emailed out to the research biologist. This eliminates the need for human hours in the field for tracking. Satellite collars are especially useful when tracking animals which may travel large distances in short periods of time.
On this page you will find a description of how this satellite system works. At the end of this page you will find a sample email of the satellite information we receive with an explanation of what each of the numbers measures. It is this email which students interpret and use to track the animal.
Radio Tracking
Satellite Tracking
GPS Tracking