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Scientists Design Barcode System For Zebras

A team of biologists and computer scientists has come up with a unique barcode-like system for tracking zebras called Stripespotter. The system is able to automatically identify zebras from pictures with a much higher accuracy than traditional methods. Its creators say it can be modified to track any animal with unique coat patterns such as giraffes or tigers.

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  1. Re:It'll never work by Tablizer · · Score: 5, Funny

    And they are too heavy to move up on the checkout counter in a back-and-forth motion.