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Jul 18, 2018 · The images collected could then be quickly processed on board the research vessel, by both manually reviewing the images and using a ‘dugong detector’, which is an automated detection algorithm under development. “This ultra-rapid method meant the research team could create maps of dugong sightings and densities in just a few days.
Jul 10, 2023 · New aerial technology is helping researchers survey dugongs across Queensland’s coast to better protect this iconic marine mammal. Dugongs are coastal marine mammals of high conservation and cultural value, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Aug 14, 2020 · As part of Dr Cleguer’s research, unmanned aerial vehicles, or ‘drones’, are being used to survey and assess dugongs and their habitats. The vast amount of data generated by these aerial surveys is making a significant impact on the way dugong conservation and management is undertaken. “The use of drones in marine research has many ...
May 11, 2021 · New drone technology is helping scientists reduce the cost of marine research. The drones replace aerial surveys previously carried out using fixed wing aircraft. These methods will make it easier ...
Nov 11, 2018 · Cue Dr Frederic Maire, from the Queensland University of Technology, a specialist in artificial intelligence (AI) and image processing. Frederic designed the ‘Dugong Detector’ – a computer algorithm that uses a type of artificial intelligence (AI) called machine learning to find the dugongs in the drone images automatically.
Jul 18, 2023 · New techniques are being developed in Australia's north-west using artificial intelligence and drones to help conservation efforts for marine animals including sea turtles and dugongs. Key points:
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proportion of dugong population abundance protected by exist-ing no-take MPAs and (2) develop MPA scenarios based on ex-plicit dugong abundance targets. Our study reveals conservation opportunities for New Caledonian dugongs, calling for a prompt rezoning of the MPA network to protect this endangered popu-lation facing a high risk of extinction.
