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A remarkable sighting of humpback whales off the coast of New Jersey has captivated marine enthusiasts and drone professionals alike. Joanna Steidle, a drone art photographer and owner of Hamptons Drone Art, LLC, captured a stunning image of a 32-foot-long humpback whale in just 10–15 feet of water, an unusually shallow depth for these majestic…
Alice Springs cinematographer Chris Tangey’s drone films are captivating global audiences at the Australia Pavilion during World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, which opened on April 13, 2025. His nine short films, displayed on massive 39.4 ft by 19.7 ft (12 m by 6 m) screens, highlight Australia’s diverse landscapes and wildlife, aligning with the…
Researchers tracking Sitka black-tailed deer in Alaska’s Kodiak Archipelago have discovered that thermal drones dramatically improve wildlife capture operations while enhancing safety in bear-dense environments, according to findings published in the Wildlife Society Bulletin. Game-Changing Technology in Challenging Terrain The dense vegetation and rugged landscape of Afognak Island presented sign
In a striking demonstration of drone technology’s evolving role in search and rescue, a pair of teenagers lost during a hike in Colorado’s Roxborough State Park were safely guided back by a drone broadcasting their parents’ voices. The incident, reported by Douglas County Search and Rescue on March 22, 2025, underscores how drones are becoming…
In a pioneering study, researchers have leveraged drones to capture unprecedented footage of narwhals using their iconic tusks in surprising ways. Published in February 2025 in Frontiers in Marine Science and covered by The New York Times, this work reveals the whales chasing Arctic char, stunning prey, and engaging in what resembles play—all filmed from…
A breathtaking sight unfolded last Friday in Monterey Bay, California, when a whale-watching team stumbled upon a rare superpod of over 2,000 dolphins, an event partially documented using drone technology. Evan Brodsky, a boat captain and videographer with Monterey Bay Whale Watch, described the water as “boiling” with northern right whale dolphins and Pacific white-sided…
Virginia-based Captured Media operator Justin Updyke reports that thermal drone technology is revolutionizing deer recovery and herd management, with data showing 70 percent of located deer are found alive during recovery operations, reports North American White Tail. The technology, implemented through a specialized drone named Jarvis, AKA DJI Matrice 30T, was designed for search and…
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