Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a robo-grouse — and it could help save a fragile ecosystem in national parks across America.
Scientists and park managers are increasingly turning to robotic decoys that closely mimic real bird species, particularly in areas where populations have sharply declined or been pushed out of their natural range. One of the most advanced projects is underway at Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming, aiming to encourage wildlife to gather in a safer, restored habitat.
