Hi, all! I am curious to know about the tools/robots used to see the subterranean fauna such as earthworms, snakes, amphibians, without excavating.
I appreciate your response/s.
Warm regards,
Venu
Hello Govindappa; Can your lab afford an endoscope? Whether that is a reasonable tool would depend on the diameter of the burrows you want to view. Best regards, Jim Des Lauriers
Endoscopes can be purchased very cheaply - some are used as tools to help mechanics and plumbers - they are not medical devices. I saw one for < $30 USD online. Make sure that these work in the near infra-red. Avoid visible light. It's easy to modify them. Ground penetrating radar can be used to map burrows. Best of luck with it. C
I’m agree with the opinion of Prof. Des Lauriers!
Yes, the necessary tool is endoscope – if your lab can afford the tool.
Best regards!
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