For wild creatures, science becomes less intrusive with new technologies

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Anyone who has watched wildlife documentaries may know that animal behavioral patterns are tracked by inserting microchips into the animals’ bodies. This is tricky, because it requires tranquilizing the animal in order to place the chip. But new technology now allows for non-invasive research. Science journalist Jim Robbins joins The Takeaway to explain how scientists are using technology and animal products, like poop, to learn everything they can about wildlife without even touching the animals.

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