A potential loophole came to mind when thinking of an answer to a question regarding Rita Skeeter and the Marauder's Map.
Rita is an animagus whose form is that of a beetle. She often uses this form to eavesdrop on others in her line of work, and would likely have used it in the school. Beetles are known to typically have flight and enjoy clinging to walls. The Marauder's Map shows the footprints of people on the school grounds.
Would it show, say, a wizard transformed into a beetle in flight or clinging on the wall? Does it show any airborne targets in the books or movies?
Answer
Yes, the map could detect people whose feet don't touch the ground. It detected Peeves, and he floated.
Out in the dark corridor, Harry examined the Marauder’s Map to check that the coast was still clear. Yes, the dots belonging to Filch and his cat, Mrs. Norris, were safely in their office . . . nothing else seemed to be moving apart from Peeves, though he was bouncing around the trophy room on the floor above.
Goblet of Fire
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