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  • 2020-10-31 12:39 AM -- 4 years ago

GPS trackers for falcons: Technology saves rare birds

Source: Oxford University Study (2024) on tracking birds of prey. Modern technology is revolutionizing falconry. Miniature GPS sensors weighing less than 5 grams now allow you to track every flight of a bird. Application cases: In Kazakhstan, falconers found a lost Saker falcon 200 km away thanks to a signal. In the UAE, trackers help train young peregrine falcons by analyzing their routes. Scientists use data to protect migration routes. Numbers: 87% of sokolniki say that trackers have reduced bird losses. The cost of the device dropped to $200, making it affordable. Advice from SOKOLWEBSITE: When buying a bird on our platform, you can order a tracker with a turnkey setup.