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Testing Efficacy Of Bird Deterrents: Nova Scotia pilot finds no owl effect; calls for stronger evidence

Wind turbines can pose collision risks to birds, prompting researchers to investigate ways to reduce wildlife interactions with turbine infrastructure. Among the proposed approaches are visual deterrents that resemble predators and audio recordings intended to warn birds of danger. However, these methods need to be tested under real-world conditions to determine whether they change bird behaviour and provide measurable protection.

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