Oregon State University
2024-09-25 @ 12.32.15 ∈ In English
Scientists studying impact of painting wind turbine blade black to reduce bird collisions
The study aims to determine the effect of painted blades on reducing fatality rates among eagles, other birds, and bats. Researchers hypothesize that the black-painted blades will disrupt the visual uniformity of the airspace, making the turbines more noticeable to birds and prompting avoidance behavior.
2023-11-18 @ 13.58.40 ∈ In English
Dogs are coming down with an unusual respiratory illness in several US states
Veterinary laboratories in several states are investigating an unusual respiratory illness in dogs, and encouraging people to take basic precautions to keep their pets healthy as veterinarians try to pin down what’s making the animals sick.