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Noldus EthoVision XT

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EthoVision XT is a legacy video tracking system by Noldus. Looking for next-generation behavioral analysis? Explore ConductVision AI →

Key Specifications

detection_methods

4 distinct detection methods available

tracking_capabilities

Real-time or recorded footage tracking

behavioral_recognition

Digging, drinking, feeding, grooming, hopping, rearing with and without support, sniffing, and resting

deployment_sites

Over 2000 research sites worldwide

validation

Thousands of publications in esteemed journals

camera_setup

Mounted overhead video camera for rodent mazes

SKU:CV-NEV-XT

Category:Software & Data Services

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EthoVision XT by Noldus Information Technology is a video tracking system for automated analysis of animal movement and behavior. Deployed across over 2,000 research sites worldwide, it has been a standard tool in behavioral neuroscience for quantifying locomotor activity, zone-based metrics, and behavioral patterns in preclinical research.

However, the field of behavioral tracking has advanced significantly. Researchers today need higher precision, broader species support, and modern AI-powered analysis that legacy systems were not designed to deliver.

What EthoVision XT Does

EthoVision XT uses video-based tracking algorithms to follow animal subjects via overhead-mounted cameras. It offers four detection methods, tracks body points (nose, center, tail base), and recognizes behavioral patterns including grooming, rearing, feeding, and locomotion. The system supports real-time tracking and post-hoc analysis of recorded video.

Common applications include open field tests, maze-based learning and memory tasks, anxiety and depression assays, and behavioral pharmacology studies.

The Next Generation: ConductVision AI

ConductVision is a modern behavioral analysis platform built from the ground up with machine learning and computer vision. It delivers capabilities that legacy tracking systems cannot match:

Capability	EthoVision XT	ConductVision AI
Pose estimation precision	Standard body-point tracking	95–99% frame-level keypoint accuracy
Real-time processing speed	Variable	30+ FPS on consumer GPUs
Multi-animal identity tracking	Limited	>98% identity preservation
3D multi-camera tracking	Add-on module	Built-in
Pre-configured behavioral paradigms	Manual setup	34 paradigms ready to use
Species support	Primarily rodents	10+ species (rodents, zebrafish, drosophila, avian, reptile)
Unsupervised behavior discovery	No	Yes — AI finds novel behaviors
NIH DMS compliance	Manual documentation	Built-in compliance tools
Hardware integration	Noldus ecosystem	Open — operant chambers, mazes, signal sync
Runs locally (no cloud required)	Yes	Yes
Pricing	~$3,000+ per license	From $1,490/year or $3,990 for 5 years

Ready to Upgrade Your Behavioral Analysis?

ConductVision AI delivers higher precision, broader species support, and modern AI-powered analysis — at a lower cost than legacy systems.

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Switching from EthoVision to ConductVision

Labs currently using EthoVision XT can transition to ConductVision with zero downtime. Our enterprise migration assistance includes:

Data format compatibility — Import your existing tracking data and experimental configurations
Protocol mapping — Your current experimental paradigms map directly to ConductVision's 34 pre-configured templates
Training and onboarding — Dedicated support to get your lab running quickly
Free trial — Test ConductVision with your own data before committing

Trusted by Leading Research Institutions

ConductVision is used at labs across UConn, Stanford, Boston University, Emory, and Arizona State University. Researchers choose ConductVision for its precision, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness compared to legacy tracking platforms.

Still need EthoVision specifically? Noldus Information Technology sells EthoVision XT directly through their website at noldus.com. However, we recommend evaluating ConductVision first — most labs find it exceeds their requirements at a fraction of the cost. Start a free trial →