THE USE OF INFRARED TRAIL MONITORS TO STUDY MOOSE MOVEMENT PATTERNS

We utilized an infrared counter coupled to a 35 mm camera to test whether of not moose (Alces alces) specifically utilize narrows when crossing large bodies of water. Strengths and weaknesses of the counter/camera system are discussed and a method to test whether or not narrows are preferred is sugg...

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Main Authors: Wilton, Mike L., Garner, Dale L., Inglis, Jeremy E.
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: Lakehead University 1994
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Online Access:http://alcesjournal.org/index.php/alces/article/view/961
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Summary:We utilized an infrared counter coupled to a 35 mm camera to test whether of not moose (Alces alces) specifically utilize narrows when crossing large bodies of water. Strengths and weaknesses of the counter/camera system are discussed and a method to test whether or not narrows are preferred is suggested.