Philippe Cadieux

Cavity nesters

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Telescopic camera

My telescopic camera helps me inspect cavities to see whether they are occupied. I can extend it up to 15 m high to reach the cavities. On the other hand, this instrument isn't easy to use: the higher the cavity, the more strength, patience and concentration it requires to manipulate the pole. It's an art! Imagine, at a distance of 15 m, entering a hole that can be as small as 3 cm in diameter: the camera is almost as big as the hole! That's why using this instrument requires two people: one to manipulate it, and another to observe from a distance and direct the one operating it.