Radio-tracking Giant Hornets

MONITORING & MANAGEMENT OF INVASIVE SPECIES

Washington State is facing a significant threat from invasive species, including the Giant Hornet. These formidable insects pose a danger to native ecosystems and agricultural industries, prompting urgent conservation measures to mitigate their impact.

Conservation Challenges

The presence of Giant Hornets in Washington State presents numerous challenges, including the potential for predation on native pollinators and honeybee populations, as well as the risk of disrupting delicate ecological balances. Addressing these challenges requires a comprehensive approach to monitoring and managing invasive species.

Traditional methods of tracking insects often involve labour-intensive fieldwork and limited detection ranges. However, the use of Wildlife Drones’ drone-based telemetry system offers a more efficient and effective solution. Drones can cover large areas in a single flight, providing researchers with comprehensive data on Giant Hornet populations and their distribution.

Tracking and Monitoring Giant Hornets

Washington State Department of Agriculture is using Wildlife Drones’ telemetry system to radio-track Giant Hornets in the region. By utilising cutting-edge technology, researchers can gain valuable insights into the behaviour and movements of these invasive insects, informing targeted management strategies.

The radio-tracking system developed by Wildlife Drones allows for the real-time monitoring of Giant Hornets in the field. By equipping hornets with radio tags, researchers can accurately track their movements across the landscape, identifying key habitats and potential breeding sites.

Track up to 40 radio-tagged insects simultaneously

With Wildlife Drones’ you can empower your team to cost-effectively collect more radio-telemetry data, more often and with less effort. It’s the world’s most advanced tracking solution for locating tagged animals in real-time. Compatible with any VHF tags globally, our unique sensor technology is a valuable addition to any conservation, management, and environmental science project worldwide. With Wildlife Drones, you have the ability to track up to 40 radio-tagged animals simultaneously. Importantly, this also reduces your risk of losing animals.

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