Drone news in wildlife: conservation efforts, monitoring programs, technological advancements, and ethical considerations in using drones for wildlife observation.
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…
Amazon‘s ambitious drone delivery program has hit serious turbulence in College Station, Texas, where unprecedented community resistance has collided with the e-commerce giant’s futuristic vision. This university town of approximately 125,000 residents has become ground zero for a showdown that…
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…
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…
The U.S. National Park Service is terminating approximately 1,000 workers while the U.S. Forest Service is firing about 3,400 recent hires, according to Reuters. These cuts, targeting employees in their probationary period, represent about 5% of the National Park Service…
The Drone Etiquette Guide includes these 7 essential rules for responsible drone pilots: Dronetiquette. That’s a totally made up word. But don’t worry, my intentions are good. One thing I always tell my students is “the best thing you can…
In an innovative application of Drone Technology, retired State Police investigator Chad Tavernia has revolutionized pet recovery services in northern New York‘s challenging terrain. Operating North Country Drone Search & Recovery, Tavernia has successfully located 42 dogs and 11 other…
A groundbreaking study published in Australian Mammalogy has demonstrated the successful use of thermal drones to detect Bennett’s tree kangaroos (Dendrolagus bennettianus), reportedly marking a significant advance in the study of one of Australia‘s most mysterious marsupials. A Critically Important…
This is DJI’s latest enterprise flagship, the Matrice 4T, and it comes with four different cameras: a wide-angle camera, a 3× optical zoom, a 7× optical zoom, and a thermal camera for nighttime operations, Search and Rescue, and more. It…
Montana Wildlife officials have demonstrated that drones are significantly more effective than traditional methods for safely managing grizzly bear encounters near human settlements, according to new research published in Frontiers in Conservation Science. The groundbreaking study, conducted by Wesley Sarmento…
EPFL researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in bio-inspired drone design with their LisRaptor project, which mimics the sophisticated flight mechanics of the Northern Goshawk. This development, revealed in conjunction with their earlier RAVEN project, represents a substantial advance in…
The U.S. National Park Service (NPS) has significantly eased restrictions on filming and photography within National Parks under the newly enacted Explore Act, signed into law in January 2025. However, the legislation explicitly maintains the existing ban on drone operations…
A Thermal Drone operator in Virginia demonstrated the growing capabilities of infrared search technology by reportedly locating a missing 17-year-old dog in under an hour after traditional search methods had failed for three days according to. The successful rescue highlights…
Drone Technology is revolutionizing marine mammal research, with a groundbreaking five-year study using unmanned aerial vehicles to track dramatic changes in humpback whale populations across Hawaiian and Alaskan waters. The comprehensive research, published in The Journal of Physiology, demonstrates how…
A commercial moving truck sustained damage in Georgetown, South Carolina, after an airborne incident involving a DJI drone and a bird led to an unexpected collision. The incident, reported to Georgetown Police Department, occurred near 1245 North Fraser Street when…
A groundbreaking archaeological discovery using drones and Google Earth has revealed an intricate 4,000-year-old network of fish-trapping canals in Belize’s Yucatán peninsula, according to research published in Science Advances. Aerial Technology Reveals Hidden History The research team used Drone Technology…
Wildlife experts have found a surprising new use for drones – scaring away grizzly bears from human settlements and livestock. In Montana, research shows drones are outperforming traditional hazing methods, with a remarkable 91% success rate in keeping bears away…
A reckless Drone Incident scattered a large colony of protected white-tailed kites from their winter roost at Meadow Park in San Luis Obispo, California, according to The Tribune. Drone Incident Causes Immediate Impact On October 24, a drone flew directly…
A groundbreaking drone delivery trial in Scotland’s Orkney Islands has demonstrated that UAV logistics can coexist harmoniously with protected Wildlife. The innovative program, conducted by Windracers, successfully tested cargo deliveries while reportedly proving minimal impact on the islands’ diverse bird…
A Walmart Supercenter in Fort Worth has rolled out an ambitious drone delivery program, deploying 18 drones to serve customers within a six-mile radius. The initiative is part of a larger partnership between Walmart and Wing that spans 11 locations…
Washington‘s Wildlife officials are taking to the skies with drones to revolutionize how they track swan and goose populations. The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has initiated a multi-year drone survey program across three counties, according to…
Modern land management’s getting a major upgrade thanks to Drone Technology that’s transforming how we survey and monitor property. According to a recent analysis, drones are leading the charge in making land management smarter and more efficient than ever before,…
Missouri hunters are embracing a new tool in their arsenal: drones. According to a recent report by KSDK, the state has updated its Wildlife Code to allow the use of thermal drones for recovering wounded deer, Turkey, elk, and black…
In the rugged terrain of south-central Montana, a late September night brought an unexpected alliance between traditional hunting and cutting-edge technology. Drone operator Koby Steinmann received an urgent call from elk hunters in need of assistance. The hunters had successfully…
Weekly UAS News Update We have four stories this week: Let’s get to it! GAO Report on Foreign-Made Drones The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on the Department of Interior’s (DOI) stance on foreign drones. Currently, the DOI…
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has introduced new regulations for the 2024-2025 hunting season, including updated rules on drone usage for tracking wounded game. These changes, reported by the MDC, aim to improve hunter efficiency while maintaining safety and…
A family farmer in Grovespring, Missouri, has embraced Drone Technology to transform his cattle management practices, according to a recent report by KY3. Clyde Majerus, who oversees nearly 60 acres of land, has found an innovative way to monitor his…
Drone enthusiasts and aerial photographers have reason to celebrate as DJI unveils its latest innovation: the 75mm 1.8 lens for the Inspire 3 drone. This groundbreaking addition to the DL lens series promises to revolutionize aerial imagery, according to photographer…
A Vancouver-based film company and its drone operator have been hit with a $30,000 fine for illegally flying a drone too close to a pod of killer whales off Vancouver Island. This marks the first time in Canada that a…
A humpback whale missing its tail fluke has been spotted off the coast of Washington state, with drone footage capturing the heartbreaking sight. The whale, named Catalyst, was first observed on July 5 and has since traveled about 370 miles…
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