# 60. Wildlife Control & Observation Via UAVs

- Show: [The Next Byte Podcast](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast)
- Published: 2022-03-08
- Length: 24m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2022-03-08-60-wildlife-control-observation-via-uavs
- Listen: https://the-next-byte-wevolver.simplecast.com/episodes/60-wildlife-control-observation-via-uavs-EKARRz_d

## Summary

Hosts Daniel and Forbode discuss two applications of UAV technology in biology: an autonomous drone system designed to deter pigeons from urban roofs using AI and computer vision, and a joint study by the University of Aberdeen and Duke University using drones to non-invasively track dolphin pregnancies. They explore the technical details of the pigeon deterrent, including its $1,200 cost, 96% reduction in habitation time, and reliance on a human-in-the-loop for safety. The conversation then shifts to the dolphin tracking methodology, highlighting how image analysis of body measurements allows researchers to identify individual dolphins and monitor population health without physical intervention.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2022-03-08-60-wildlife-control-observation-via-uavs#t=0) Introduction and Sponsor Read
- [3:18](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2022-03-08-60-wildlife-control-observation-via-uavs#t=198) Autonomous Pigeon Deterrent Drones
- [9:21](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2022-03-08-60-wildlife-control-observation-via-uavs#t=561) Pigeon Deterrent Technology and Challenges
- [15:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2022-03-08-60-wildlife-control-observation-via-uavs#t=909) Dolphin Population Tracking via UAVs
- [21:05](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-next-byte-podcast/2022-03-08-60-wildlife-control-observation-via-uavs#t=1265) Privacy Implications and Audience Feedback

## Topics

- [Robotics & autonomy](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/robotics-and-autonomy)
- [AI & machine learning](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/ai-and-machine-learning)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Mouser Electronics (company)
- University of Aberdeen (company)
- Duke University (company)

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