Wildlife Study Technology and Methods

The video discusses the challenges of estimating wildlife populations in Montana's diverse landscape. It highlights the innovative use of cameras and GPS technology by Montana FWP to gather accurate data. The process involves deploying cameras, collaring deer, and analyzing data with AI to understand population trends. This approach aims to improve wildlife management and address questions from sportsmen about deer populations.

What innovative strategy has Montana FWP devised to tackle the challenge of population estimation in densely wooded regions?

• Conducting manual counts

• Using drones for aerial surveys

• Relying on local hunters' reports

• Deploying cameras and collars

Why are aerial surveys not feasible for counting deer in Montana?

• The cost is too high

• The weather is too unpredictable

• The landscape is too densely wooded

• The deer are too fast to count

What new technology is being used by Montana FWP to understand wildlife movement patterns?

• Radio tracking

• Thermal imaging

• GPS collars and cameras

• Satellite imagery

What is the first step in the project to improve population estimates using advanced technology?

• Deploying drones

• Collaring deer

• Conducting surveys

• Setting up observation towers

How often does the GPS unit on a collared deer send location data?

• Every hour

• Twice a day

• Every 3 hours

• Once a day

What is the purpose of fitting deer with GPS collars?

• To track their speed

• To monitor their health

• To collect movement and spatial data

• To identify their diet

What is the area covered by each camera set up by Montana FWP?

• 30 to 50 meters

• 20 to 40 meters

• 10 to 30 meters

• 5 to 15 meters

Why is it important to place cameras randomly in the study area?

• To reduce the cost of the study

• To ensure all areas are represented

• To capture more scenic views

• To avoid detection by animals

How will the photos taken by the cameras be analyzed?

• By local volunteers

• Manually by biologists

• Through a public voting system

• Using artificial intelligence

What attitude is emphasized as important for the success of the wildlife study?

• A competitive attitude

• A skeptical attitude

• A positive attitude

• A cautious attitude