Florida Uses Robotic Rabbits to Lure Invasive Pythons in the Everglades
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·1 viewsResearchers in Florida have built robotic rabbits to draw invasive Burmese pythons out in the Everglades. The devices move and emit heat to mimic real prey, which helps them attract the snakes and makes them easier to detect. Remote monitoring lets the South Florida Water Management District track results and support python removal efforts. The robots are considered more practical than earlier methods that used live rabbits, which were difficult to manage logistically. Testing is ongoing, and plans include adding scent to make the lures more effective.
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