Bio-logging collar reveals unprecedented detail about California mountain lions

The video explores the secretive nature of mountain lions in Northern California and the challenges in studying them. Wildlife ecologist Chris Wilmers and his team use advanced GPS collars to track the animals' movements, behavior, and physiology. These collars, developed with support from the National Science Foundation, provide unprecedented data on the cats' biology and habitat preferences. The team, including computer engineer Gabriel Alkyne and biologist Terry Williams, aims to understand the metabolic needs of mountain lions to prevent conflicts with humans. The research also involves working with state planners to create safe crossings for wildlife near urban areas.

What role does Chris Wilmers play in the study of mountain lions?

In what ways can the data collected from the collars help prevent conflicts between mountain lions and livestock?