Cameras set at regular intervals in the Nogal Nature and Community Reserve, a biodiversity conservation partnership in Nogal, in SarapiquÃ, Costa Rica, located in theMesoamerican Biological Corridor. The cameras capture pictures of animals every 300 meters as they cross through the biological corridor and utilizing the new reforestation areas. Cameras are placed on a small post near a half plastic bottle filled with scented fabric shreds. The scent used on the threads is an effective, non-invasive way to attract animals, especially felines, as determined by other scientific studies of animals.
The reserve is particularly interested in following the activities of the spotted jungle cat, the ocelot (Leopardus pardalis), to determine its movement between the forested areas. The spots of ocelots are unique to each individual, which allows for individual identification to verify if the same cat is seen in different areas of the corridor.(Coyote and Ocelot pictured below)
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