Biotelemetries

/ˌbaɪ.oʊ.tə.ˈlem.ə.triz/ noun

Definition

Plural of biotelemetry; systems or instances of measuring and transmitting biological data from organisms at a distance.

Etymology

From biotelemetry (bio- + telemetry) + -ies (plural suffix). This scientific term developed as remote monitoring technology improved throughout the 20th century.

Kelly Says

Wildlife researchers use multiple biotelemetries simultaneously—GPS collars, heart rate monitors, temperature sensors—to create a complete picture of what an animal is experiencing in the wild.

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