Nest site-spotting drones may be a nightjar's best friend

The European nightjar is a protected species in parts of the UK, so when forestry or construction work is planned to take place in their habitat, ecologists first need to check for nesting sites. A new study suggests that drones could make the task much easier, and do a better job at spotting the birds.

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Category: Drones

Tags:

• Birds
• Cardiff University
• Conservation
• Thermal Imaging

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