Specialized Tags
Custom tags for birds, giraffes, ostriches, crocodiles, and other species where collars are unsuitable.
Overview
Some animals simply cannot wear a collar. Savannah Tracking's specialized tags cover birds, giraffes, ostriches, crocodiles, and other species that need a custom attachment approach.
Tags transmit over GPS-GSM or Iridium with UHF telemetry for ground tracking. Accelerometer-based monitoring supports behaviour and mortality alerts, and schedules can be changed remotely after deployment. Geo-fencing works the same way as on collars.
Reference builds include a GSM bird tag at 105 x 36 x 22 mm and 58 g, and an Iridium tag at 110 x 33 x 22 mm and 85 g.
Key Features
- check_circle GPS-GSM or Iridium transmission
- check_circle UHF telemetry
- check_circle Accelerometer-based behaviour and mortality monitoring
- check_circle Remote schedule changes and geo-fencing
- check_circle GSM tag 58 g • Iridium tag 85 g examples
Full Specifications
Lifespan
- Fully charged: hourly GPS positions and four daily uploads for up to five days without additional charging
Design Features
- Aerodynamic, low-profile shape that reduces in-flight drag
- Raised bottom centerline with neoprene cushioning to prevent pressure on the spine
- Easy-to-secure Teflon harness with a single locking screw and no protruding attachment points
Geo-Fencing & Alarms
- User-definable geo-fences with email and push alerts
- 12-bit tri-axis accelerometer for mortality and abnormal-behaviour detection
- EarthRanger, Movebank and REST API integration
Species & Mounting
- Customizable for species that cannot carry neck collars, such as crocodiles, ostriches, and tortoises
- Horn-mounted for deer or antelope
- Known as the 'Twigatracker' when ossicone- or tail-mounted on giraffes
Specifications summarised from the product datasheet. Download the PDF above for full detail.
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