Containers for capturing animals, methods for capturing and transporting animals, and methods for releasing animals.

Abstract

To provide an animal capture container that can solve at least one of the problems of conventional technology. [Solution] An animal capture container configured to be lifted and loaded by a transport vehicle equipped with a crane device, comprising: a container body forming a space for containing an animal; a trigger mechanism provided in the space for receiving input from the animal; and a capture door provided to open and close an opening at one end of the container body, which displaces from an open position to a closed position in response to input to the trigger mechanism to confine the animal in the space, wherein the capture door is provided with a built-in door that is displaceable relative to the capture door and can open the space when the capture door is in the closed position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a container for capturing animals, a method for capturing and transporting animals, and a method for releasing animals.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, from the viewpoint of preventing crop damage and personal injury, an operation of capturing and transferring wild animals and releasing them at a predetermined location has been carried out. In this type of operation, a box-shaped trap (so-called box trap) for capturing animals may be used. The box trap attracts animals into the internal space and confines the animals by closing the entrance with a door.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, when transporting captured animals, the operations of loading the trap onto a vehicle and opening the door for releasing the animals are dangerous. In particular, in the case of large animals, if a driver or an operator goes outside the vehicle to operate the door, there is a risk of injury due to an unexpected jump-out of the captured animal. In addition, since the capture trap can be a heavy object, loading it onto a transport vehicle and unloading it are not easy.

[0005] Furthermore, from the viewpoint of suppressing accidental opening of the door during transportation after capture and damage to the door against external forces, protection and shielding of the door part are absolute conditions. However, a strong and robust door structure is too heavy as a door for a trap, has poor operability, and is somewhat unsuitable. Thus, there is a need for a container for capturing animals that can facilitate capture and transportation while enhancing safety during animal release. The present disclosure aims to solve at least one of the problems of such conventional technologies. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The first animal capture container of this disclosure is an animal capture container configured to be lifted and loaded by a transport vehicle equipped with a crane device, comprising: a container body forming a space for containing animals; a trigger mechanism provided in the space for receiving input from the animals; and a capture door provided to open and close an opening at one end of the container body, which displaces from an open position to a closed position in response to input to the trigger mechanism to confine the animals in the space, wherein the capture door is provided with a built-in door that is displaceable relative to the capture door and can open the space when the capture door is in the closed position. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to this disclosure, at least one of the problems of the prior art can be solved. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0008] [Figure 1] This is a side view of an animal trapping container according to the embodiment. [Figure 2] This is a plan view of the container, showing the rear outer door in an open and locked position. [Figure 3] This is a front view of the container from the rear, showing the outer door open and locked, and the capture door closed. [Figure 4] This is a front view of the container, seen from the rear, with the outer door closed. [Figure 5] This is a diagram showing a door locking mechanism. [Figure 6] This is a front view of the container seen from the rear, showing the trap set up with the capture door displaced and fixed in the open position (upwards). [Figure 7] Figure 6 shows a cross-sectional view along line BB, illustrating an example of the support for the capture door and the trigger mechanism in the set state of the trap. [Figure 8] This diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the BB line when the trap is activated, illustrating how the trap door is displaced to the closed position when an animal (for example, a bear) pulls on the bait. [Figure 9] This diagram shows the procedure for loading the captured container onto a transport vehicle. It illustrates the process from (a) to (d) in stages, using the arm of a transport vehicle equipped with a crane (e.g., a Unic truck) to loading the container onto the truck bed. [Figure 10] This diagram shows the operation of the built-in door. [Figure 11] This diagram shows the operation of the built-in door. [Figure 12] This diagram shows an example of a method for releasing animals, and is illustrated step-by-step from (a) to (d). [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0009] The first animal trapping container of this disclosure is an animal trapping container configured to be lifted and loaded by a transport vehicle equipped with a crane device, comprising: a container body forming a space for containing animals; a trigger mechanism provided in the space for receiving input from the animals; and a trapping door provided to open and close an opening at one end of the container body, which displaces from an open position to a closed position in response to input to the trigger mechanism to confine the animals in the space, wherein the trapping door is provided with a built-in door that is displaceable relative to the trapping door and can open the space when the trapping door is in the closed position.

[0010] According to the first animal capture container, the capture door can be displaced to the closed position to capture an animal, and the space can be opened by the built-in door while the capture door remains in the closed position. Therefore, the need to open the entire capture door when releasing the animal can be reduced, improving the safety of the driver or worker. Furthermore, since it can be lifted and loaded by a transport vehicle equipped with a crane, the efficiency of transport after capture can be improved.

[0011] The second animal-catching container of the present disclosure is an animal-catching container in which, in the first container, the built-in door is configured to rotate in the opening direction by its own weight when the container body is tilted by the crane device while being loaded on the transport vehicle.

[0012] According to the second animal-catching container, by tilting the container body with the crane device of the transport vehicle, the built-in door can be rotated in the opening direction by its own weight. Therefore, the animal release operation can be simplified, and the need for the driver or operator to approach the container and directly open the door can be reduced, further improving the safety during animal release.

[0013] The third animal-catching container of the present disclosure is an animal-catching container in which, in the second container, the built-in door is rotatably supported by a hinge at the upper end portion to the capture door, and is configured to rotate and open in the outer direction with respect to the surface of the capture door.

[0014] According to the third animal-catching container, with the configuration of rotating and opening the built-in door in the outer direction as a hinge support, the space can be reliably opened while the capture door is in the closed position. Furthermore, when the container body is tilted, the built-in door easily rotates in the opening direction by its own weight, improving the certainty of the animal release operation.

[0015] The fourth animal-catching container of the present disclosure is an animal-catching container in which, in the third container, the capture door is provided with a lock mechanism for maintaining the closed state of the built-in door, and the lock mechanism is configured to be operable for release from the outer surface of the capture door.

[0016] According to the fourth animal capture container, even when the capture door is in the closed position, the locking mechanism can be released by an unlocking operation from the outer surface of the capture door. Therefore, the closed state of the built-in door can be released without approaching the captured animal, and the safety during animal release can be further improved. Furthermore, the accidental opening of the built-in door during transportation can be suppressed, and the safety during transportation can also be improved.

[0017] The fifth animal capture container of the present disclosure is an animal capture container in the fourth container, wherein the container body has a suspension portion for connecting to the crane device of the transport vehicle at an end opposite to the side where the capture door is provided.

[0018] According to the fifth animal capture container, since the suspension portion is provided at an end opposite to the capture door, when the container body is lifted by the crane device, the posture on the capture door side can be relatively easily maintained low. Thereby, the loading workability after capture can be improved, and when releasing the animal, the container body can be easily tilted as desired while using the capture door side as the opening end, and the certainty of the operation of opening the built-in door by its own weight can be further improved.

[0019] The sixth animal capture container of the present disclosure is an animal capture container according to claim 5 in the fifth container, wherein an outer door that can be opened and closed to cover the outside of the capture door is provided at the opening of the container body, and the outer door is configured to be able to shield these from the outside when the capture door and the built-in door are closed.

[0020] According to the sixth animal capture container, since the capture door and the built-in door can be shielded from the outside by the outer door, accidental contact during transportation or damage by external force can be suppressed. Furthermore, since the opening on the capture door side is protected by the outer door, accidental displacement of the capture door and the built-in door during transportation can be suppressed, and the safety during transportation can be improved.

[0021] The seventh animal capture container of this disclosure is an animal capture container configured such that, in the sixth container, the locking of the capture door is released in response to input to the trigger mechanism, and the capture door slides down to the closed position due to its own weight.

[0022] According to the seventh animal capture container, the lock on the capture door is released in response to input from the animal to the trigger mechanism, allowing the capture door to slide down to the closed position by its own weight. This ensures that the closing operation of the capture door is performed reliably and quickly, improving the success rate of capture, and making it easier to maintain the closed state of the capture door after capture.

[0023] The first method of capturing and transporting an animal according to the present disclosure is a method of capturing and transporting an animal using an animal capture container according to any one of the first to seven, comprising the steps of: displacing the capture door to a closed position in response to input from the animal to the trigger mechanism, thereby capturing the animal; and lifting the container, with the capture door closed, onto the cargo bed of the transport vehicle using the crane device of the transport vehicle, and loading it.

[0024] According to the first method of capturing and transporting animals, after capturing an animal, the container can be lifted by a crane and loaded onto the cargo bed of a transport vehicle, thus facilitating the recovery and loading work after capture. Furthermore, since the container can be transported with the capture door closed, the escape of the animal during transport can be suppressed, and it can be safely transported to the designated location.

[0025] The first method for releasing animals in this disclosure is a method for releasing animals using an animal capture container as described in any of the fourth to seventh descriptions, comprising the steps of: operating the locking mechanism from the outside of the capture door to release the lock on the built-in door while the captured animal is inside and the capture door is kept in the closed position; using the crane device on the loading platform of the transport vehicle to lift the end of the container body opposite to the capture door and tilt the container body; and, as the container body tilts, rotating the built-in door in the opening direction by its own weight to discharge the animal to the outside through the built-in door.

[0026] According to the first method of releasing animals, the lock mechanism can be operated from the outside of the capture door to release the lock while the capture door remains in the closed position, allowing preparation for release to be carried out without approaching the captured animal. Furthermore, by tilting the container body with a crane device on the cargo bed of the transport vehicle, the built-in door can be opened by its own weight, allowing the animal to be discharged to the outside. This reduces the need for the driver or worker to get out of the vehicle and approach the container to directly open the door, thereby improving safety during animal release.

[0027] The embodiments will be described below with reference to the drawings. In each drawing, identical or corresponding components are denoted by the same reference numerals, and redundant explanations will be omitted as appropriate. Furthermore, the drawings are schematic for the purpose of facilitating explanation, and the shapes, dimensions, and arrangements of each component are illustrative and do not limit the present disclosure.

[0028] Figure 1 is a side view of the animal trapping container 100. Figure 2 is a top view of the container 100, showing the rear outer door 40 in the open and locked position (the trapping door 60 is closed). Figure 3 is a front view of the container 100 seen from the rear, showing the outer door 40 in the open and locked position and the trapping door 60 in the closed position. Figure 4 is a front view of the container 100 seen from the rear, showing the outer door 40 in the closed position. Figure 5 is a diagram showing the door locking mechanism 30.

[0029] The container 100 includes a container body 10 that forms a space for housing animals. The container body 10 is constructed to prevent animals from escaping while ensuring ventilation and visibility, for example, by forming a framework with side walls 10A, a bottom plate 10B, and beams 12, and by using mesh members 50 in at least a part of it.

[0030] An opening is provided at one end of the container body 10 (hereinafter also referred to as the "rear end" for convenience), and a capture door 60 is provided to open and close this opening. The capture door 60 closes the opening by displacing from the open position to the closed position, thereby trapping the animal inside the space. In this embodiment, the capture door 60 is configured as a sliding type (sliding door) as will be described later, but the displacement mode of the capture door 60 is not limited to this.

[0031] The capture door 60 is supported so as to be displaceable, for example, by a sliding support column 20 erected on the container body 10. The capture door 60 is provided with a gripping portion 60A for manual operation, which facilitates the positioning and setting of the capture door 60.

[0032] The capture door 60 is equipped with a built-in door 70. The built-in door 70 is supported so as to be displaceable relative to the capture door 60, and is configured to open the capture space in the container body 10 even when the capture door 60 is in the closed position. This makes it possible to release the animals and perform other operations without opening the entire capture door 60.

[0033] In the example shown in Figure 3, the built-in door 70 is rotatably supported on the capture door 60 at its upper end via a built-in door hinge 70A, and is configured to rotate outward relative to the surface of the capture door 60 to open. Furthermore, the built-in door 70 is provided with, for example, a mesh member 70B, so that even when the built-in door 70 is included, visibility and ventilation can be ensured while suppressing the escape of animals.

[0034] Furthermore, the built-in door 70 is provided with built-in door locks 70C and 70D to maintain the closed state. The built-in door locks 70C and 70D prevent the built-in door 70 from being accidentally opened during transport or while waiting. The specific configuration of the built-in door locks 70C and 70D, and the manner of release operation will be explained further later. When the built-in door is locked by the built-in door locks 70C and 70D, the capture door 60 and the built-in door 70 function as a single unit.

[0035] The reason why there are two built-in door locks, 70C and 70D, is that each is assigned a different function. As can be seen from the diagram, the built-in door lock 70C is a lever type, and the lock is released by rotating it. On the other hand, the built-in door lock 70D is a bolt type, and the lock is released by pulling it out in one direction. Furthermore, the built-in door lock 70D is designed to be pulled out not straight up, but at an angle (tilted towards the driver's seat).

[0036] The built-in door locks 70C and 70D are configured in this way to further enhance the safety of the driver (operator) when releasing animals. Specifically, when releasing animals, the lever-type built-in door lock 70C is first released. At this stage, the built-in door 70 is locked by the built-in door lock 70D, so the captured animal cannot get out. Next, a rope is tied to the end of the built-in door lock 70D, and the driver grasps the end of the rope, pulls it through the driver's side window into the driver's seat, and gets into the vehicle. Then, by pulling the rope, the built-in door 70 is easily released. After that, by tilting the main body (details will be described later), the animal can be released safely and easily. The built-in door lock 70D is a pull-out type, and the direction of pull-out is tilted towards the driver's seat (tilted to the right when viewed from the front in a right-hand drive vehicle), so it can be safely and easily unlocked using a rope.

[0037] An outer door 40 is provided at the opening, which can be opened and closed to cover the outside of the capture door 60. The outer door 40 is rotatably supported by an outer door hinge 40A and is configured to shield the capture door 60 and the built-in door 70 from the outside when closed. This prevents accidental contact during transport and damage to the capture door 60 or the built-in door 70 due to external forces.

[0038] The outer door 40 is configured to maintain a closed state by the outer door lock 40B (see Figure 4). In addition, the outer door 40 is configured to be locked in the open state by the door locking mechanism 30 (see Figures 2, 3, and 5). This prevents the outer door 40 from unexpectedly closing when setting up the capture operation and during the verification operation, thereby improving work efficiency.

[0039] In the example shown in Figure 5, the door locking mechanism 30 comprises a support portion 30A provided on the container body 10 side, a hook member 30B supported by the support portion 30A, and a spring 30C that biases the hook member 30B. The outer door 40 is also provided with an outer door lock 40B that functions as a hook receiver (eye), and by engaging the hook member 30B with the outer door 40 in the open position, the outer door 40 can be held open.

[0040] The other end of the container body 10 (the end opposite the rear, hereinafter also referred to as the "front" for convenience) is provided with a lifting section 10C for connecting to the crane device of a transport vehicle (see Figures 1 and 2). The lifting section 10C allows the container 100 to be lifted by a transport vehicle equipped with a crane device and loaded onto the transport vehicle's cargo bed.

[0041] Furthermore, the container body 10 is equipped with support legs 10D to stabilize its installation on the ground, and casters 10E to assist in movement and loading (see Figures 1, 3, and 4). This makes it easy to position the container at the installation site and to handle it during retrieval.

[0042] As described above, the container 100 of this embodiment is equipped with a built-in door 70 on the capture door 60, and is configured so that the capture door 60 and the built-in door 70 can be shielded by the outer door 40. Next, the setting of the capture door 60, the configuration of the trigger mechanism, and the capture operation will be explained with reference to Figures 6 and onward. Figure 6 is a front view of the container 100 as seen from the rear, showing the trap set state with the capture door 60 displaced and fixed in the open position (upward). Figure 7 is a cross-sectional view of the line BB in Figure 6, showing an example of the support of the capture door 60 and the trigger mechanism 80 in the trap set state. Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of the line BB when the trap is activated, showing how the capture door 60 is displaced to the closed position when an animal (for example, a bear BR) pulls on the bait 80H.

[0043] As shown in Figure 6, when setting up the trap, for example, the outer door 40 is opened and held open by the door locking mechanism 30, and the capture door 60 is displaced to the open position. The capture door 60 is supported so as to be able to slide vertically while being guided by the sliding support column 20, and in the open position it is locked and held by the trigger mechanism 80.

[0044] As shown in Figure 7, the trigger mechanism 80 is composed of, for example, a roller 80A, guides 80B and 80K, a first lock bar 80J, a lock plate 80C, a second lock bar 80D, a wire 80G, a pulley 80F, and bait 80H. Of these, at least the roller 80A, the first lock bar 80J, the lock plate 80C, and the second lock bar 80D are formed as a single unit (integrated part) and are supported by guides 80B and 80K so as to be slidable in a predetermined direction (the X-axis direction in Figure 7).

[0045] The wire 80G is connected to the bait 80H via the pulley 80F, and tension is applied to the wire 80G when the animal pulls on the bait 80H. As a result, the integrated part moves in the X-axis direction, and the lock on the capture door 60 is released. Once the lock is released, the capture door 60 slides down to the closed position due to its own weight, closing the opening of the container body 10 and trapping the animal inside the space of the container body 10. In the example shown in Figure 8, when the animal (bear BR) pulls on the bait 80H, the integrated unit operates, displacing the capture door 60 to the closed position, and the capture is completed. Note that the animals to be captured are not limited to bears and can be appropriately set according to the dimensions and strength of the container 100.

[0046] Note that the specific configuration of the trigger mechanism 80 is not limited to that shown in Figure 7. The trigger mechanism 80 should be able to receive input (for example, pulling, pressing, stepping on, towing, contacting, or passing through) that occurs when the animal to be captured enters the space, and in response to this input, release the lock on the capture door 60 and displace the capture door 60 to the closed position.

[0047] For example, the trigger mechanism 80 may be a mechanism that works in conjunction with a footplate (tread) placed on the floor surface to detect the pressure of an animal stepping on it. Alternatively, it may be a mechanism that works in conjunction with a lever or a swinging rod-shaped member placed in front of the capture door 60 that rotates upon contact with or passage by an animal. Furthermore, the locking member that holds the capture door 60 in the open position may be released by an electromagnet or an actuator. In this case, the animal's input can be detected, for example, by a sensor (infrared, load, contact, or image).

[0048] Furthermore, the displacement mode of the capture door 60 is not limited to sliding down; the capture door 60 may also be configured to rotate and move to a closed position. Even in this case, the capture door 60 displaces to the closed position in response to animal input, achieving a similar effect in that it confines the animal within the space.

[0049] Next, the transportation process after capture and the loading operation onto the transport vehicle will be explained with reference to Figure 9. Figure 9 is a diagram showing the loading procedure onto the transport vehicle after capture, and shows the process from (a) to (d) in stages until the container 100 is loaded onto the cargo bed using the arm 210 of a transport vehicle equipped with a crane device (for example, a Unic truck 200).

[0050] As shown in Figure 9(a), after capture is achieved, the capture door 60 is kept in the closed position, and the outer door 40 is closed to shield the capture door 60 and the built-in door 70 from the outside. In this state, the transport vehicle 200 is brought close to the vicinity of the captured container 100. This prevents the animal from escaping during loading preparation and prevents accidental contact with the door.

[0051] As shown in Figure 9(b), after stopping the transport vehicle 200 at a predetermined position, the arm 210 of the transport vehicle 200 is attached to the lifting portion 10C of the container body 10, and the crane device and the container 100 are connected. At this time, the capture door 60 is maintained in the closed position and is covered by the outer door 40, so even if the door is subjected to external force during the connection work, damage to the capture door 60 and the built-in door 70, or accidental opening, is easily suppressed.

[0052] As shown in Figure 9(c), the arm 210 lifts the container 100 and moves it to the loading platform. Even while the container 100 is being lifted, the capture door 60 is kept in the closed position, preventing the captured animal from jumping out from the opening. Furthermore, since the outer door 40 shields the outside of the capture door 60, protective effects against contact and external forces during lifting are also obtained.

[0053] As shown in Figure 9(d), the container 100 is placed on the cargo bed of the transport vehicle 200 to complete the loading. After loading is complete, the container can be transported to a designated location by the transport vehicle 200 with the capture door 60 and outer door 40 closed, so that the entire process from capture and retrieval to transportation can be carried out safely as a single operation.

[0054] As described above, according to this embodiment, the container 100 can be lifted by the crane device and loaded onto the truck bed while the capture door 60 is kept in the closed position and the door portion is shielded by the outer door 40. This makes it easier to recover the captured animal and load it, and reduces the risk of escape during transport and the risk of damage to the door portion.

[0055] Next, the operation of opening the built-in door 70 while keeping the capture door 60 in the closed position will be explained with reference to Figures 10 and 11. Figures 10 and 11 are diagrams showing the operation of the built-in door 70, and are shown in steps from (a) to (c).

[0056] As shown in Figures 10(a) and 11(c), the built-in door 70 is rotatably supported via a built-in door hinge 70A provided on the capture door 60, and in the closed state, the closed state is maintained by built-in door locks 70C and 70D. This prevents the built-in door 70 from opening unexpectedly during transport after capture or while waiting.

[0057] As shown in Figures 10(a) and (b), while the capture door 60 is in the closed position, the built-in door locks 70C and 70D are operated from the outer surface of the capture door 60 to release them, thereby making the built-in door 70 rotatable. In other words, by releasing the locks, the constraint that holds the built-in door 70 in the closed position is released, and the built-in door 70 can rotate outward and be opened.

[0058] As shown in Figure 11(c), after unlocking, the built-in door 70 can be opened by rotating outward relative to the surface of the capture door 60, for example, due to a change in the posture of the container body 10 or the weight of the built-in door 70. This allows the space to be opened to the outside through the built-in door 70 without opening the capture door 60.

[0059] Next, we will explain the procedure for releasing the captured animals, referring to Figure 12. Figure 12 is a diagram showing an example of an animal release method, and is shown in steps (a) to (d).

[0060] As shown in Figure 12(a), after capture, the container 100 is transported by the transport vehicle 200 to the release site with the capture door 60 in the closed position and the outer door 40 closed to shield the door area. This allows for safe transport to the desired location while suppressing the risk of escape during transport.

[0061] As shown in Figure 12(b), after arriving at the release site, the lock mechanism is operated from the outside of the capture door 60 while the capture door 60 is kept in the closed position to unlock the built-in door 70. If necessary, the outer door 40 may be opened and locked to facilitate the unlocking operation. In any case, the capture door 60 itself is kept in the closed position.

[0062] As shown in Figure 12(c), on the loading platform of the transport vehicle 200, a crane device (arm 210) is used to lift the end of the container body 10 opposite to the capture door 60 (the side where the lifting section 10C is provided), causing the container body 10 to tilt. As a result, the unlocked built-in door 70 rotates in the opening direction due to its own weight, and the space is opened to the outside through the built-in door 70. Therefore, the captured animal is discharged to the outside through the built-in door 70 from the space, and the animal is released.

[0063] As shown in Figure 12(d), after the animals are unloaded, the crane device is used to return the container body 10 to its original position, and the container 100 is returned to its predetermined position on the loading platform. If necessary, the built-in door 70 is returned to the closed position and locked, and the outer door 40 is closed, making it ready for transport again. This allows the transport vehicle 200 to safely evacuate or return home with the container 100 still loaded.

[0064] As described above, according to this embodiment, the lock on the built-in door 70 can be released from the outside of the capture door 60 while the capture door 60 is kept in the closed position, and the built-in door 70 can be opened by its own weight by tilting the container body 10 with a crane device. This reduces the need for workers to approach the animals and open the door directly. Therefore, safety during animal release can be improved. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0065] 10 Container body 10C Suspension part 20 Sliding support column 30 Door locking mechanism 40 Outer door 60 Capture Doors 60A grip part 70 Built-in door 70A Built-in Door Hinge 70C Built-in Door Lock 70D Built-in Door Lock 100 containers 200 Transport vehicles (crane trucks) 210 Arm

Claims

1. An animal capture container configured to be lifted and loaded by a transport vehicle equipped with a crane device, A container body that forms a space for housing animals, A trigger mechanism provided within the aforementioned space for receiving input from the animal, The container body is provided with an opening at one end that can be opened and closed, and a capture door that, in response to input to the trigger mechanism, displaces from the open position to the closed position to confine the animal within the space, An animal trapping container, wherein the trapping door is provided with a built-in door that is displaceable relative to the trapping door and that can open the space when the trapping door is in the closed position.

2. The container for capturing animals according to claim 1, wherein the built-in door is configured to rotate in the opening direction by its own weight when the container body is tilted by the crane device while loaded onto the transport vehicle.

3. The container for capturing animals according to claim 2, wherein the built-in door is rotatably supported on the capture door via a hinge at its upper end and is configured to rotate outward relative to the surface of the capture door to open.

4. The capture door is provided with a locking mechanism to maintain the closed state of the built-in door. The animal capture container according to claim 3, wherein the locking mechanism is configured to be released from the outer surface of the capture door.

5. The container body has a lifting portion for connecting to the crane device of the transport vehicle at the end opposite to the side on which the capture door is provided, according to claim 4.

6. The opening of the container body is provided with an outer door that can be opened and closed to cover the outside of the capture door. The animal capture container according to claim 5, wherein the outer door is configured to shield the capture door and the built-in door from the outside when they are closed.

7. The animal capture container according to claim 6, configured to release the lock on the capture door in response to input to the trigger mechanism, causing the capture door to slide down to the closed position due to its own weight.

8. A method for capturing and transporting animals using an animal capture container according to any one of claims 1 to 7, The steps include: displacing the capture door to the closed position in response to the animal's input to the trigger mechanism, and capturing the animal; A method for capturing and transporting animals, comprising the steps of lifting the container, with the capture door closed, onto the cargo bed of the transport vehicle using the crane device of the transport vehicle and loading it.

9. A method for releasing animals using an animal capture container according to any one of claims 4 to 7, With the captured animal inside, the lock mechanism is operated from the outside of the capture door to release the lock on the built-in door while the capture door is kept in the closed position. The steps include using the crane device to lift the end of the container body opposite to the capture door on the loading platform of the transport vehicle, thereby tilting the container body, As the container body tilts, its own weight causes the built-in door to rotate in the opening direction, thereby discharging the animal to the outside through the built-in door. A method for releasing animals, which includes the following:

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