Revolutionizing Feral Cat Management with Smart Technology
In a game-changing initiative, intelligent traps are being deployed to tackle the feral cat crisis on Australia’s French Island. This program not only aims to protect native wildlife but also enhances efficiency in trapping efforts.
- Background: Over 20 feral cats remain on the island, posing threats to local ecosystems.
- Innovation: With a $1.7 million grant, Bush Heritage Australia is collaborating with eVorta and Timberscope to develop AI-enabled smart traps that quickly identify target species, thus reducing manual labor.
- Trial Success: Already tested in various habitats, the smart traps could significantly improve trapping speed and accuracy.
- Environmental Impact: Feral cats have contributed to the extinction of over 20 Australian mammal species, highlighting the urgency of this project.
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