discussion / Animal Movement  / 6 March 2026

Seeking input: Survey on collaring and welfare of wild felids

Hello everyone,

Some colleagues and I are conducting a research project exploring telemetry collaring practices and welfare monitoring in wild felids. The aim is to better understand how collar design, deployment protocols, and post-release monitoring are currently implemented across different species and field contexts.

 

If you have experience with telemetry-collared felids (e.g., as a biologist, veterinarian, technician, ranger, or conservation practitioner), I would be very grateful if you could share your insights through this short survey. Your input will help identify patterns in current practices and support more welfare-informed standards in wildlife telemetry research.

Details

  • Takes approximately 15-20 minutes
  • Anonymous
  • Open to global participation

Survey link:
https://forms.office.com/e/6ygtXB9DK3

If you know others with relevant experience, please feel free to share the survey within your networks.

Many thanks for your time and for contributing your experience.