Preliminary technical evaluation of an ARGOS-monitored radio tag for tracking manatees
Abstract
A radio tagged manatee was released into a river leading to subtropical waters and tracked by satellite. Up to 8 locations a day are reported. The manatee remained in the river system, but is expected to head for the Gulf of Mexico.
- Publication:
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In CNES The 10th ARGOS Users Conference 5 p (SEE N86-32805 24-42
- Pub Date:
- 1985
- Bibcode:
- 1985argosconf.....M
- Keywords:
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- Argos System;
- Manatees;
- Satellite Tracking;
- Wildlife Radiolocation;
- Electronic Equipment Tests;
- Radio Transmitters;
- Rivers;
- Communications and Radar