Belize's coast will now be monitored by a fleet of drones, that will fly over its coastline and monitor it to detect illegal fishing operations. Unsustainable and illegal fishing in Belize has damaged the country's rich coral reefs. It is hoped that the use of drones could help reverse this.
The drones were developed by the Wildlife Conservation Society and Conservation Drones, an organization that develops low-cost drones for conservation applications.
They are capable of flying autonomously for over an hour at a time, and offer a range of 50 km. They can capture high-resolution photo and video, and enables authorities to monitor some of the trickier and better hidden sections of the coast of Belize.
What's Driving This Trend
- Conservation Drones
- Low cost drones for conservation applications can be developed.
- Autonomous Surveillance
- Drones capable of autonomous surveillance have promising applications.
- Marine Protection
- Increasing protection of marine life through technological innovation.
Who This Affects Most
- Conservation
- Conservation organizations can develop low cost drones for wildlife protection.
- Fisheries
- Fisheries can utilize autonomous drones for efficient and sustainable fishing practices.
- Surveillance
- Surveillance organizations can implement drone technology for improved security and protection.
