Moving beyond location to capture the why of wildlife behavior through multi-modal, context-aware sensing.
Explore the TechTraditional GPS tells us where an animal goes, but leaves behavior and environmental context ambiguous. CollarID closes the data gap.
Capturing high-fidelity bioacoustics through continuous, long-term recording and intelligent, context-aware triggers. This allows for the collection of massive datasets for analysis and machine learning training. By using other onboard sensors—such as the 3-axis accelerometer—to trigger recording during specific behaviors like movement or vocalizations, CollarID ensures critical acoustic events are never missed.
Moving beyond simple tracking by fusing high-sensitivity GPS location with high-resolution inertial metrics. By synchronizing movement and posture data with bioacoustic signatures, the platform provides a detailed picture of animal activity—distinguishing between foraging, socializing, and resting.
Recording temperature, humidity, and air pressure second-by-second to map the exact conditions an animal experiences in its microhabitat. This suite also includes novel air quality sensing, making CollarID the first animal-borne logger capable of detecting particulate matter from wildfire smoke or anthropogenic pollutants directly from the animal's perspective.
Designed for durability and long-term autonomous operation in field conditions.
Designed for durability. Validated using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) against the bite force of a lion.
Waterproof and resilient through environmental chamber testing. Polycarbonate top and anodized aluminum base provide protection.
Integrated solar harvesting paired with an intelligent hibernation protocol for multi-year deployments.
Low-power, long-range LoRaWAN telemetry with planned Argos Satellite integration for true global autonomy.
GPS, high-fidelity bioacoustics, IMU, temperature, humidity, pressure, and particulate matter sensing.
FEA simulations validate structural integrity, ensuring the device can withstand the physical demands of tracking wild animals like lions and hyenas.
The CollarID system includes high-quality microphones that capture environmental sounds and vocalizations. Below are example recordings from field deployments with their frequency spectrum (STFT) visualizations.
Active deployments across wild and domestic species
We are currently active in deploying CollarIDs for wild lions and hyenas, as well as domestic dogs. The CollarID Mk II platform continues to be optimized for large-scale field deployments across diverse species and environments.
Currently deploying CollarID systems on wild lions and hyenas in conservation settings, as well as domestic dogs for research and monitoring applications.
Continuous refinement of sensor accuracy, power efficiency, and communication reliability based on real-world deployment data and field feedback.
Interested in deploying CollarID for your research? Let's discuss how multi-modal sensing can advance your wildlife studies.
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