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High tech scarecrow: Lasers deter birds from taking crops

Image: SD-Pictures, Green Laser Light Beam, Pixabay, CC0 Creative Commons
Image: SD-Pictures, Green Laser Light Beam, Pixabay, CC0 Creative Commons

Lasers might replace poison or shotguns to stop birds from eating fruit crops, according to some farmers who have used automated laser systems to successfully defend their crops. The systems are also quieter than propane cannons and more reliable than trained falcons. However, it isn’t clear whether the lasers can harm birds’ eyes.

Read the full story here. See also the Foodsource resource How do food systems affect land-use and biodiversity?

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