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Bird conflict with wind farms
When it comes to species of concern, there's a lot to look at. Researchers want to document where active nests are using pictures and GPS coordinates. They want to know what kind of birds are in the area, and how they use the habitat for hunting and raising their young.
June 3, 2012
by Charlie Keegan
in KULR TV 8
BILLINGS - Construction on the Rim Rock Wind Farm is expected to be done in the fall of 2012. The turbines will be up for years and officials are taking steps to make sure the towers won't negatively impact birds in the area.
When it comes to species of concern, there's a lot to look at. Researchers want to document where active nests are using pictures and GPS coordinates. They want to know what kind of birds are in the area, and how they use the habitat for hunting and raising their young.
What better way to study the raptors near... [continue via Web link]
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