Pros
- Camera Traps can be used in remote locations
- Camera Traps can be used any time of day and in any weather.
- Noninvasive
- Minimum human interference in animal behavior
- Relativity inexpensive
- Can be used remotely
Cons
- While no studies exist on the impacts of camera traps on wildlife, one study from 2014 does show that the light and sound admitted from camera traps are within the range mammals are capable of noticing.
- Many camera traps are needed to get thorough information (20-40 minimum)-this can become expensive
- Camera traps are best used in conjunction with other forms of data collection
- Limited range of view
From this list and other research I have concluded that camera traps are a great tool for a researcher to use, but camera traps are best when used along side other research tools.
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