Wildlife
Drone news in wildlife: conservation efforts, monitoring programs, technological advancements, and ethical considerations in using drones for wildlife observation.
Whale Watchers Warned: Fly Drones Responsibly During Migration Season
As the annual spectacle of whale migration off the south coast of Western Australia unfolds between May and October, photography enthusiasts are eager to capture these majestic creatures. However, marine biologist Joshua Smith has reminded drone users to maintain a…
Drones Revolutionize Oyster Reef Surveying with Efficiency and Accuracy
In early 2021, a drone flew at about 100 feet over the Gulf waters at a speed of 13 mph while emitting 700,000 laser pulses per second as it surveyed an oyster reef off the Big Bend Coast of Western…
Drones’ Impact on Grazing Horses Studied by Researchers
As drones become increasingly popular across various industries, including agriculture, concerns have arisen among horse owners and ranchers about their impact on grazing horses. To address this issue, researchers at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, conducted a study, recently…
15 Best Mavic 3 Pro Reviews on Youtube
Yesterday, DJI officially released the DJI Mavic 3 Pro camera drone with a triple-lens setup. Here are the 15 best reviews that we could find on Youtube about this new drone. Enjoy! DJI MAVIC 3 PRO Review – More Cameras…
Drone Operators Cautioned: Steer Clear of Wildlife Harassment
State wildlife authorities have warned drone operators in Nebraska, reminding them that using drones to harass, disturb, or closely observe wildlife is strictly prohibited by law. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has highlighted that both state and federal laws…
Blue sUAS Problems and Florida DMS Secretary Accused of Pimping for Skydio
During a Senate Committee meeting in March, several first responders explained the problems with Blue sUAS, and Florida DMS Secretary Pedro Allende was accused of pimping for US-based dronemaker Skydio by Senator Jason Pizzo (D-FL). The Florida Senate Committee meeting…
You Want to Fly a Drone in Your State Park? You need This!
When I first started flying drones, one of my biggest questions, every time I flew, was, would it be okay for me to be flying here? Am I going to get in trouble? Who’s going to bother me and am…
Low-Flying Drones Harass Endangered Belugas, Study Finds
According to a new study that was published in the journal Marine Mammal Science, drones flying at low altitudes are harassing beluga whales that live in the St. Lawrence Estuary in the Canadian province of Quebec. The research was conducted…
Oregon bill aims to restrict drones in local parks
A bill that could allow Oregon cities and counties to limit the use of drones in parks is scheduled for a hearing on Wednesday in Salem. Current Oregon law does not allow local governments to regulate drones, but Senate Bill…
Researchers use dead birds to make spy drones to monitor wildlife
In a study that was presented at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics SciTech 2023 Forum in January, a group of researchers disclosed how they successfully developed spy drones from the bodies of stuffed dead birds. Spy drones made…
Research drone collects samples of genetic material from treetops
In order to assist ecologists in monitoring and compiling a database of biodiversity, a group of researchers has developed a specialized research drone that can collect genetic material from trees. The team has high hopes that they will be able…
BVLOS drone project to track Maui dolphins approved by CAA
In New Zealand, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has given its approval to a drone project that will use fixed-wing drones to monitor Maui dolphins beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS). MAUI63 is a non-profit group that works on wildlife technology. They have already…