Our shark finmount shapes are designed to position the antenna as high on the fin as possible to improve Argos transmissions. The robust “memory metal” antennas are custom-made using a nickel-titanium alloy. Antennas are available in standard and heavy-duty configurations. Attachment kits are included with the tag.
If you are studying large pelagic species that periodically bask, consider a Wildlife Computers towed tag. Towed tags are attached to the animal by a long tether and dart anchor. They are positively buoyant allowing them to float at the surface while trailing behind a slow-moving animal. Spot and SPLASH10-F towed designs have been used extensively on manta rays and whale sharks.
Model | Tracking | Sensors | Sensor Data Archive | Transmitted Data Products | Life (days) | L x W x H (mm) | Weight (g) | |||||
Time Series | Dive Behavior | Haulout Behavior | Temperature | Mortality | ||||||||
Histos | Profiles | |||||||||||
SPOT-196![]() | Argos | Temp | ✓ | ✓ | 300 | 82 x 19 x 52 | 55 | |||||
SPOT-253![]() | Argos | Temp | ✓ | 300 | 153 x 40 x 50 (without fins) | 105 | ||||||
SPOT-257![]() | Argos | Temp | ✓ | ✓ | 1,286 | 162 x 61 x 22 | 174 | |||||
SPOT-258![]() | Argos | Temp | ✓ | ✓ | 300 | 110 x 45 x 20 | 54 | |||||
SPLASH10-312![]() | Argos | Depth, Temp, Light | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 105 | 133 x 44 x 20 | 86 | ||
SPLASH10-F-321![]() | Fastloc, Argos | Depth, Temp, Light | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 240 | 225 x 71 x 76 | 185 | |
SPLASH10-336![]() | Argos | Depth, Temp, Light | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 105 | 108 x 21 x 41 | 75 | ||
SPLASH10-346![]() | Argos | Depth, Temp, Light | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 450 | 198 x 84 x 23 | 212 | ||
MiniPAT-348![]() | Geolocation, Argos (Pop-up) | Depth, Temp, Light | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Maximum duration - 800 | 124 x Ø 38 | 60 |
Survivorship PAT-355![]() | Argos (Pop-up) | Depth, Temp, Light | ✓ | 5 days prior to release (depth) | ✓ | Maximum duration - 30/45/60 | 124 x Ø 38 | 60 | ||||
Mark Report PAT-376![]() | Argos (Pop-up) | Temp | Maximum duration - 730 | 127 x Ø 28 | 40 | |||||||
Model | Tracking | Sensors | Sensor Data Archive | Transmitted Data Products | Life (days) | L x W x H (mm) | Weight (g) | |||||
Time Series | Dive Behavior | Haulout Behavior | Temperature | Mortality | ||||||||
Histos | Profiles |
Life estimates rely on battery variability, temperature, power settings, features utilized, etc. Life estimates are calculated using manufacturers’ specifications and assumes 250 transmissions per day and, where applicable, 24 Fastloc® acquisitions per day. *See your Wildlife Computers technical consultant for details.
Most SPLASH tags come in a 10 (does not contain Fastloc) or BF (does not contain depth) version. Ask your technical sales consultant which tag best meets your research goals.
This is a small representation of our available tags. Tag features and specifications subject to change without notice.