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Spotlighting Tag

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21 November 2024
CanadaquestionSpotlighting

Is it possible to spotlight for pine martens?

I’m most familiar with spotlighting in tropical countries, but recently I’ve also had the chance to try it in Canada and found Northern and Southern flying squirrels. I

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10 May 2024
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Sorry if redundant, but how does one spotlight? Where/when/how and what sorts of flashlights?

Hello! I’m new to this site and new to the concept of mammalwatching as a dedicated thing. I go into nature to look for whatever comes across my path, but haven’t done

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7 March 2020
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Spotlight for mammalwatching

Hello, I am looking for a hand-held flashlight or head-lamp for mammalwatching, with very good light (over 800 lumens), good throw and using commonly available rechargeable batteri

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5 December 2016
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Flashlight Brightness for Spotlighting on Foot

What is the ideal brightness for a flashlight for spotlighting on foot in tropical rainforests? I’ve been using my Fenix TK75 at its medium setting (600 lumens), and I am con

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  1. Simon Greppler on Hawaii Advice16 February 2026

    Heya Zac, I was just there last October. I didn't see the Hoary Bat but was told that there should…

  2. Yonathan Perez on Hawaii Advice16 February 2026

    Hawaiian Monk Seals should be easy at Ka'ena Point State Park in Oahu - I saw a couple all the…

  3. Asanoth on Northern Costa Rica (December 2025)16 February 2026

    Very inspiring report, thank you!

  4. Ben W on Remote mammal watching16 February 2026

    Hi Olli, Great to see the list coming along, and I'm glad to see you've reached your first target! Just…

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