摘要 |
Disclosed is a method for locating a specific animal from a distance, comprising at least one locating device to be worn by the animal in order to detect the geographical coordinates thereof, a communication device for transmitting said coordinates to a search station, and a power source. The invention is also characterized by a device for reading from a distance an identification code stored in a transponder implanted in the animal's body. Said reading device detects the identification code stored in the transponder. The communication device worn by the animal is also used to transmit information to the search station, informing said search station that the identification code has been detected such that the animal can be located and identified. The invention particularly relates to locating and identifying domestic animals.
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