Evading the Lawnmower's Approach to Save a Life - Avoidance of Mowing Catastrophe: Preempting the Lawn Machine's Approach
In the quiet town of Krielow, Brandenburg, located 40 minutes west of Potsdam, a unique wildlife conservation mission is underway at 4:00 AM, under the dim light of a drizzling morning. Nine dedicated individuals, a blend of men and women, gather under an alfalfa field, their eyes peering into the half-light as they prepare for a mission that could make all the difference for the vulnerable fawns hidden within.
The situation is a race against time, as the farmer's imminent harvest poses a significant threat to these young deer. Fawns, well-camouflaged in the tall grass, instinctively lie still to avoid predators, putting them at high risk during the harvest. To address this problem, conservationists and local farmers in Krielow have turned to an innovative solution: the use of drones equipped with thermal imaging cameras.
The drone, provided by DeerBrandenburg, takes flight over the fields at dawn or dusk when temperature differences between the animals and their surroundings are easiest to detect. The infrared cameras identify the warm bodies of hidden fawns, even if they are camouflaged by grass. The exact locations of these fawns are then mapped and marked on GPS coordinates.
Conservation volunteers or farmers then carefully approach these spots to safely relocate the fawns to nearby protected areas where they can reunite with their mothers after the harvest. This drone-assisted rescue approach not only promotes wildlife protection but also fosters collaboration between farmers, conservationists, and local communities in Brandenburg.
This method offers several benefits. It increases safety for wildlife by reducing accidental injuries, improves efficiency over traditional manual searches, and boasts a higher success rate in early detection and rescue. Moreover, the farmer-friendly approach allows for timely harvesting without unnecessary delays.
This drone-assisted rescue mission in Krielow serves as a model for wildlife-friendly agricultural practices that can be implemented in other regions facing similar challenges. As the drizzle subsides and the first light of dawn breaks, the group in Krielow continues their mission, their efforts a testament to the power of technology in wildlife conservation.
In the spirit of this wildlife-friendly agricultural practice, the community of Krielow in Brandenburg has also started a policy for vocational training, teaching locals the intricacies of operating drones equipped with thermal imaging cameras for vocational opportunities, promoting outdoor-living and home-and-garden skills, thereby enhancingcommunity lifestyle while aiding conservation efforts. Once the rescue mission is over, some community members may enjoy a leisurely lifestyle outdoors, tending to their home-and-garden, thanks to the transferable skills they've gained from their involvement in the conservation mission.
