SCAM OF THE EYE: FLOCKING FOES FOILED

New research shows fake predator eyes on fishing nets stop working as seabirds learn they are not real. This affects fishing safety for birds.

#SeabirdSafety, #FishingNets, #AnimalBehavior, #Bycatch, #Conservation

https://newsletter.tf/fake-predator-eyes-fail-to-deter-seabirds/

Seabirds are learning that fake predator eyes on fishing nets are not real, meaning the deterrent effect lasts only a short time.

#SeabirdSafety, #FishingNets, #AnimalBehavior, #Bycatch, #Conservation
https://newsletter.tf/fake-predator-eyes-fail-to-deter-seabirds/

Fake predator eyes fail to scare seabirds long-term

New research shows fake predator eyes on fishing nets stop working as seabirds learn they are not real. This affects fishing safety for birds.

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