Wildlife Materials Inc.

Founded over 50 years ago by Robert Hawkins, a wildlife biologist at Southern Illinois University Cooperative Wildlife Research Labs, Wildlife Materials Inc. (WMI) specializes in providing top-tier VHF transmitters and receivers for wildlife research and management projects globally. Now under the leadership of Richard Blanchard, an experienced wildlife biologist with field expertise in white-tailed deer and tigers, the company continues to innovate in tracking and transmitter technology. WMI's equipment is built to endure challenging field conditions, ensuring reliable data collection that is critical for conservation efforts. Their product lineup includes research transmitters with waterproof acrylic resin coatings, high-precision receivers with advanced digital circuitry, and a wide range of antennas, from rooftop to yagi designs. WMI also extends its technology to drone and model aircraft recovery systems, offering prompt retrieval solutions. The dedication of WMI's longstanding team ensures the company remains a trusted partner in wildlife preservation and research.