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Thermal Drones Detect Forest Wildlife 10x Faster than Humans
A two-month survey in a Southeast Asian nature reserve revealed nearly 800 vascular plant species and over 100 bird species, showcasing the area's biodiversity.
The silver-backed chevrotain was rediscovered in Vietnam in 2019 after a 30-year absence, highlighting the area’s unique wildlife.
Camera traps captured the Vietnam pheasant, the world's most endangered pheasant species, which had not been seen in central Vietnam for 25 years, as noted by Aviary.
Camera traps provide critical insights for conservation, capturing elusive species and informing local habitat protection efforts, highlighting their immense value in biodiversity research.