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New study: Less invasive thermal imaging could improve research on endangered hatchling tortoises

A new study by San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance researchers has identified a less invasive way to estimate the body temperature of hatchling Mojave desert tortoises, offering scientists a promising tool for studying endangered reptiles while reducing disturbance and handling stress.

New study: Less invasive thermal imaging could improve research on endangered hatchling tortoises
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A new study by San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance researchers has identified a less invasive way to estimate the body temperature of hatchling Mojave desert tortoises, offering scientists a promising tool for studying endangered reptiles while reducing disturbance and handling stress.

Originally published at Phys.org

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