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I recommend focusing on travel corridors for cameras, as they tend to capture more activity and provide a better understanding of animal movement patterns.
Identifying Travel Corridors
Identify travel corridors by analyzing the landscape, topography, and vegetation. Look for areas with narrow paths, trails, or ridges that animals tend to use to move between feeding, bedding, and water sources. For instance, a deer might use a narrow ridge to move between two valleys. Use this knowledge to place cameras along these paths, ideally at 10-20 yard intervals, to capture the most activity.
Camera Placement in Travel Corridors
When placing cameras in travel corridors, aim for a vantage point that allows you to capture the animal’s movement and behavior without being too obvious. Consider placing cameras near water sources, food plots, or other attractants to increase the chances of capturing animals. Use a camera with a wide-angle lens and adjustable settings to accommodate different lighting conditions. For example, a 12-megapixel camera with a 130-degree lens can capture a significant area while still providing a clear image.
Balancing Travel Corridors and Feeding Areas
While travel corridors are a primary focus, it’s also essential to capture images of animals at feeding areas. Use cameras with a higher megapixel count and adjustable settings to capture detailed images of the animal’s behavior and habitat use. Place cameras at feeding areas during peak activity periods, such as dawn and dusk, to capture the most activity. For instance, a 16-megapixel camera with manual settings can capture high-quality images of animals at feeding areas.
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