Field metabolic rate

Field metabolic rate is a way of measuring how much energy an animal uses in its natural habitat. It's like a person counting their calorie intake while they are outdoors or at their home. Field metabolic rate is important because it shows how much energy an animal uses up in its daily life. When researchers measure field metabolic rate, they look at how much the body is burning while moving around, looking for food, and other activities. By looking at this data, researchers can learn a lot about an animal's behavior, diet, and health.