Wright Wildlife Systems
Precision-designed wildlife collars engineered to survive
Dismissed as dreamers, the Wright brothers were told human flight was impossible — until 1903, when two bicycle mechanics proved otherwise through persistence, clarity, and an unshakable refusal to accept limits.
At Wright Wildlife Systems, that same spirit drives us. For decades, wildlife researchers have been forced to rely on GPS collars that break, fail, or vanish, and some animals like male bison have remained un-trackable due to poor collar design and durability. The status quo has been tolerated for far too long.
We choose a different path.
Guided by the principle of via negativa — remove everything unnecessary — we build tracking systems reduced to their essential purpose: stay online, stay attached, and come home at the end of their life.
Our collars are engineered for the largest, most aggressive animals on earth. Every component is chosen for species-specific durability. Every system uses redundant, independent electronics. Every design is tested with the same stubborn determination that once lifted a wooden glider into the air.
Our mission is simple:
Build wildlife tracking devices that do not fail.
Build collars that can be recovered.
Build tools researchers can trust with the animals they protect.
Wright Wildlife Systems exists to outperform, outlast, and out‑deliver anything that came before — because wildlife deserves better, and so do the people who dedicate their lives to understanding and protecting them.
Collar Features
General Features
- Single, robust GPS and VHF housing – no wires running through the collar.
- Redundant "backup" GPS systems to ensrue collars can be retreived.
- Independent GPS and Iridium antennas for stronger, more reliable communication.
- 100% independent VHF system with its own battery supply – unmatched reliability.
- Custom and robust belting engineered for even the largest most aggressive animals.
- Ergonomic bolt placment for better collar handling and fit.
- One-size-fits-all design.
Globalstar Collars - suited for reliable tracking
- Optional single or dual-device configuration.
- One-way communication for longer lifespan.
- Reports location every 12 hours.
- Optional independent VHF integration.
- Lightweight, simple design.
- Relidable 4-year lifespan - single use.
- CAD $1200 - $2500 with single or dual device and indpendent VHF; $16/month flat-rate service fee.
Iridium Collars - suited for reliable tracking and research
- High-voltage chip-set for superior performance and cold-weather reliability.
- Two-way communication – user can adjust GPS/Iridium schedules easily and instantly.
- High temporal resolution.
- Optional independent VHF integration.
- Reliable 4-year lifespan - reusable.
- CAD $3000 - $4800 with single or dual device and independent VHF; $1000 - $1600 for refurbish; $25/month flat-rate service fee.
Iridum
Iridum
Globalstar
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Wright | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| GPS & VHF | 100% independent, redundancy, will always work | Share PCB & wires, prone to complete failure |
| Antennas | Independent GPS & Iridium antennas | Single shared multi-band antenna |
| Programming | User-controlled, easy, 2-way communication | Supplier-controlled, cumbersome, 2-way communictation |
| Housing & Wires | Indestructable housing, no wires | Less robust housing, wires running through collar |
| Belting Strength | Most robust belting ever designed, species-specific materials | Biothane, non-species-specific materials |
| Bolt Placement | Side or top of neck for better handling & fit | Under neck, often need to rotate collar to connect |
| Sizing | One size fits all for highly variable neck sizes | Multiple sizes required for highly variable neck sizes |
| Lifespan | High capacity & will not fail until batteries depleated | Low capacity & prone to premature failure |
| Tech Support | Support from experienced wildlife biologists & engineers | Support from sales staff |
Orders
Please email wrightwildlifesystems@gmail.com to inquire.