What is "trail cam" technology used for in hunting?

Trail cam technology is primarily utilized for monitoring wildlife activity and behaviors in a specific area. These cameras are set up to capture images and videos of animals as they move through the environment, providing hunters with valuable insights into the types of wildlife present, their habits, feeding patterns, and times of day they are most active. This information helps hunters make informed decisions about where and when to hunt.

In contrast, while trail cams can help indirectly in understanding game populations, they are not exclusively designed to measure population sizes. Their main function is observation rather than deterrence of animals or tracking hunters' locations. This observational data is crucial for making strategic hunting decisions, improving the overall hunting experience, and promoting ethical hunting practices by providing a clearer picture of the local ecology.