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Areas such as Nationalpark Vadehavet are extremely difficult to survey. And that is a problem because it is vital to many species, especially migratory birds, so we need information on how the animals are doing 🐦 With drones, however, it could be done. As Magnus Wahlberg explains in the video, this is one of the aims of the WildDrone network: to develop drone solutions that could gather crucial information about the wildlife in natural areas like the Wadden Sea. - When we look into the future, we have with drone technology an option to, in a cheaper way, monitor a larger area and monitor much more than we are able to today, says Xenia Salomonsen, Cand.scient. (Marinbiolog). Apart from working in the Wadden Sea, the WildDrone network also has projects in other parts of Europe and in Africa. A total of 19 different partners are involved. -The WildDrone project is an interdisciplinary, curiosity-driven research network. We work across three different scientific areas: conservation ecology, drone operations, and machine learning/computer vision. And we work with the aim of showing how drones can be useful for nature conservation across both Europe and Africa, says Ulrik Schultz Lundquist. Read much more about the WildDrone network by following the link in the comment section 👇

🚨 World is On Fire — Global Conservation Fighting Back with Technology 🚨 A clip from my interview with Jeff Morgan. We talk about: Protecting the last intact forests and wildlife. The urgency of conservation efforts. Using technology to stop illegal logging and poaching. 🚁 Technology is transforming conservation. Satellites monitor deforestation. Drones patrol wild areas. Teams respond in real time to threats. 🛰️ Jeff Morgan explains how Global Conservation applies Silicon Valley innovation to protect vulnerable ecosystems. Satellite data tracks illegal activity. Drones and trail cameras catch poachers. This approach is affordable and scalable. If we all fight for this planet we may not have to go to Mars 🤔 (link to full interview in comments) Jeff Morgan Mark Biestman A.J. Patel Kirtee Mehta Firth Griffith Chadwick Manning Pete Soderling Randall Single Kasey Ayyar Sophie Morgan #Conservation #ClimateAction #TechForGood #WildlifeProtection

When biology meets engineering in the heart of the savannah! Meet doctoral candidates Lucie Laporte-Devylder, a wildlife biologist, and Saadia Afridi, a drone engineer, collaborating here in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Kenya, as part of the WildDrone team. Together, they are developing quieter drones that minimize disturbances to wildlife during data collection and conservation efforts. For Lucie, this interdisciplinary partnership is vital: "Being able to develop non-invasive monitoring methods hands in hands with an engineer is fantastic. Together, we’re bringing drone technology to the field in a way that minimizes disturbances to wildlife while unlocking valuable insights for conservation." And for Saadia, the collaboration is equally important: "I need a biologist to help me understand whether animals feel disturbed or not and to guide how we optimize drone technology for minimal impact." Their shared mission is to ensure that drones can seamlessly integrate into wildlife conservation, providing groundbreaking insights without disrupting the natural behavior of the animals they aim to protect. At the Ol Pejeta hackathon, Lucie and Saadia are working together to study how drone noise impacts species like zebras, recording noise profiles and animal behavior during both day and night. Lucie is particularly excited about combining infrared drone technology with biology, enabling new ways to observe behaviors invisible to the naked eye—whether it’s tracking thermal traces of whales in marine environments or studying vigilance behaviors of land mammals like zebras. Saadia’s focus is on reducing drone noise, ensuring that drones not only capture critical data but also respect the animals’ natural environments. The collaboration between Lucie and Saadia showcases the power of interdisciplinary teamwork in advancing conservation technology. Together, they’re proving that when biology and engineering unite, innovation follows—and the future of wildlife conservation gets a little brighter. What do you think about using drones in conservation? Let us know in the comments! #WildDroneEU, WildlifeConservation #DroneTechnology #Innovation #InterdisciplinaryCollaboration #WildDrone #OlPejeta

Conservation technologies are paving the way forward for better biodiversity preservation. GIS & remote sensing are enabling us to better monitor protected lands. camera traps, Drones, Acoustic monitoring, Tagging & collaring are making it easier to track animals and study their activities in any given environment. Environmental DNA is making the genome study possible. Many startups are also working to bring new technologies to help our conservation efforts. Using carbon credits for landscape restoration projects, better software for natural resources monitoring, advanced agroforestry techniques, or underwater probes are some examples of conservation tech in use. Pratap Raju | Jui Joshi | Varsha Bhambhani | Soumyashree Pattnaik | Aayushi Tiwari #climatestartupschool #climatetech #climateaction #circulareconomy #sustanibility

If you like good news stories, this one has natural habitat restoration efforts AND underwater robots... Team members from Reefgen, a small business "building robots to reverse the degradation of marine ecosystems," recently navigated the polluted waters of Washington's Puget Sound to help restore "kelp and eelgrass beds." According to reports, "seagrass meadows and kelp forests are disappearing from the nearshore. In Washington, eelgrass has vanished from key areas around the San Juan Islands and in certain bays and inlets in Puget Sound." This is not just a problem for Washington, though. These habitats are disappearing worldwide. With the expense involved with training scuba divers and "planting operations need[ing] to move quickly to take advantage of low-tide conditions," an underwater robot became a goal to use "technology as a force multiplier." The best part? These initial tests are going well, and the planted eelgrass looks to be healthy weeks later. Do you need to use technology as a "force multiplier" in your business? Ask us how we can help! #GoodNews #Technology https://lnkd.in/gGrk4b7K

California skies recently hosted our drone tests for Sentinel, our AI-equipped device that processes environmental data in real-time as it's collected, allowing conservationists to act quickly to protect wildlife. These tests included a fixed-wing drone, which allows for extended flight distances and durations; this is essential for remote retrieval of raw camera data from Sentinels in challenging access areas – like remote islands or dense rainforests. Our recent work in Kaho'olawe, Hawaii, in partnership with Island Conservation, is an excellent example of what is possible when drone technology is deployed to optimize wildlife monitoring. Here, Sentinel is instrumental in combating invasive species and restoring native habitats on the island. For a detailed recap of this deployment, check out this Mongabay article: https://lnkd.in/gePT7RuB

🌿 Restoring Biodiversity in the Pacific 🌿 We're excited to share that Envico Technologies has just completed another rat eradication operation, utilising cutting-edge drone technology to protect these unique ecosystems. This initiative, in partnership with key organisations, was aimed at safeguarding biodiversity and promoting ecosystem recovery. Our main goals were to: -Eradicate invasive rats -Restore native vegetation -Improve seabird populations -Protect turtle nesting sites Using drones with 10kg payloads, GPS mapping tools, satellite communication, and environmental monitoring equipment, we worked to spread bait, collect species samples, and monitor the environment. The operation wasn’t without its challenges. High winds, sickness, rough seas, and burrowing land crabs consuming bait led to delays. However, we adapted by implementing flexible operational windows, adjusting flight schedules based on weather conditions, and shifting to land-based operations when needed. Together, we’re taking steps toward a healthier ecosystem in the Pacific! Restoring the natural balance of these islands is not only crucial for wildlife but also for the long-term sustainability of these fragile habitats. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue our work in this vital area of conservation! #Biodiversity #Conservation #DronesForGood #EcosystemRestoration #EnvicoTechnologies #EnvironmentalMonitoring

Conservation Technology: Surveillance or Monitoring? 🌏🦅 As drones become an essential tool for wildlife monitoring, their use brings fresh ethical and political questions. While UAVs help track endangered species and prevent illegal activities like poaching, they can also blur the lines between ethical wildlife research and surveillance of local communities. Recent studies, including the one by Millner et al. (2024), reveal how drone technology can unintentionally harm local communities and marginalized groups by policing their daily activities. This raises important questions: How do we ensure drones are used responsibly in conservation? How do we protect both biodiversity and the rights of local communities? As we adopt advanced tools in conservation, we must implement robust ethical frameworks. The goal? A future where drones help balance power in conservation efforts, moving toward more equitable outcomes for people and wildlife alike. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dQNRAiVS #ConservationTech #DronesInConservation #EthicsInResearch #WildlifeMonitoring #EnvironmentalJustice

The eradication of rats 🐀 is a tough one, but Kiwi developers Envico Technologies have adapted to various challenges and are showing it can be done! Advancements in technology are paving the way to predator free success, so it's an exciting time to be a part of the predator free movement. Are you with us? #conservation #predatorfree2050 #getinvolved

ETP (Endangered, Threatened, And Protected) Species. This was my first experience of finding sharks, rays and turtles in one reef flat! The one of site that has a perfect ecosystem! This is the function of drones for marine biodiversity survey, to reach area and object that cannot be reached by humans so we can see the habitat conditions, the number of species and their coordinates #shark #ray #turtle #drone #obi #indonesia #biodiversity