Simple Summary:GPS positioning technology has become an effective means for researchers to study wildlife and protect the biodiversity of the Earth.It can obtain the spatial location,movement,and time information of wildlife and is widely used in the field of wildlife conservation.The Chinese pangolin(Manis pentadactyla)has become an endangered flagship species due to its unique morphological characteristics(e.g.,scalecovered body),specialized ant-/termite-eating behavior,and critical conservation status.As a charismatic yet cryptic species,it plays a key role in mobilizing public support for biodiversity conservation efforts.This study used GPS positioning and accelerometer technology to analyze the activity rhythm and home range of five Chinese pangolins released into the wild.The results showed that the nighttime activity of the pangolins began after 18:00,mainly concentrated between 22:00 and 4:00,and the core range of activity was 596.21±265.58 hm²(hectares).These data are necessary for related areas such as evaluating Manis pentadactyla habitat quality,habitat selection,and species carrying capacity evaluation.This study highlights how advanced tools like accelerometers can enhance the understanding of cryptic behaviors,aiding targeted conservation efforts for this endangered species.
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