Hi,
We wish to get recommendations on GPS to use (UHF local downloading at a base station close to nest) for Ospreys (Pandion haliaetus). We wish to track hunting activity during breeding and register air-to-water plunge diving. The fixes have to be frequent so we could get data on fish capture localities (e.g. 5 min). Including accelerometer and altitude data.
Any suggestions?
Regards Ronny
Hi Ronny,
recently I worked with GPS-GSM devices for studying osprey migration in the Mediterranean. However, for your study case I suggest you to have a look to TechnoSmart Europe which produces tracking systems for animals. In particular, a brand new device has been produced and could be suitable for you.
There are two versions of this device, Called Gipsy Remote: 3D and 9D. Note that these are not yet on the website, being very new devices. In case you are interested, I can send you the datasheet of these devices by email.
The 3D includes a GPS and an accelerometer, while the 9D adds also a magnetometer, a Gyro and a pressure sensor.
Both could record at a fix every 5 minutes without discharing, powered by solar cells, including all sensors at 1hz, so that you can determine without error the time of the diving.
The logger has a remote downloading, up to 2km in line of sight, with the omnidirectional antenna, and 5km with directional yagi antenna, and can have the schedule changed remotely, if necessary.
The price is 1000EUR for the 3D, 1200EUR for the 9D
Don't hesitate to contact me for any question.
Best and good luck with your study.
Flavio
Hi Flavio,
The Gipsy Remote 3D seems to be a good option. Please send me the datasheet PM.
Best regards,
Ronny
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