Critter Cam Challenges with Manatees

The video discusses the challenges of attaching critter cams to manatees, which were surprisingly difficult compared to other animals like great whites and blue whales. Initial attempts using suction cups and harnesses failed due to the manatee's rough skin and ability to remove the harnesses. The successful solution involved using a peduncle belt, a method previously used for satellite and radio tags, which fits around the narrowest part of the manatee's body.

Which animal was surprisingly difficult to attach a critter cam to?

• Dolphin

• Manatee

• Blue Whale

• Great White Shark

What was the initial assumption about manatees before attempting to attach critter cams?

• They would be aggressive

• They would be too small

• They would be too fast

• They would be easy to work with

Why did the suction cups fail to attach critter cams to manatees?

• The manatees were too fast

• The cups were too small

• The skin was too rough and hairy

• The water was too cold

What was the issue with the first harness design for manatees?

• It was too heavy

• Manatees removed it easily

• It was not waterproof

• It was too expensive

What part of the manatee's body was used for the successful attachment of the critter cam?

• Head

• Peduncle

• Tail

• Flipper

What was combined with the peduncle belt to successfully attach the critter cam?

• A suction cup

• A harness

• A magnetic clip

• A fishing rod with a camera

What method had researchers used for years to tag manatees before the critter cam project?

• Peduncle belts

• Harnesses

• Suction cups

• Magnetic tags