To protect lambs: laser weapons against white-tailed eagle

In order to better protect young lambs, especially the small, innocent and vulnerable animals, from attacks by the majestic white-tailed eagles, the Scottish authorities are planning to use special laser weapons in the near future. This innovative protective measure is intended to help reduce losses in livestock and farms from economicto preserve damage. The devices, which only have a few milliwatts of power, are designed in such a way that they do not kill the birds, but merely alienate and drive away.

Approval from the nature conservation authority

The Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) nature conservation authority has already granted permission to use these laser devices. This is a significant step to ensure sustainable protection for the young sheep without permanently harming or killing the sea eagles. The main purpose of the devices is to keep the white-tailed eagles from flying to the herds and the lambsattack or at least make it more difficult for them to attack.

Danger from sea chuck: injuries and air transport

An important reason for these measures is the fact that sea eagles are not only able to injure or even kill lambs. There is also a risk that they will tow young sheep by air, which is extremely dangerous for the animals. This behavior leads to significant economic losses for the shepherds in Scotland, as the losses of farm animalsmean direct financial losses. Some parties in the Scottish Parliament are therefore committed to the use of laser weapons to curb this threat.

Comparison with other threats: The “Wolf” in the UK

The British Guardian describes the situation in this context as a kind of “wolf” who is in the air and can cause similar amounts of damage. This metaphor makes it clear how seriously the threat from the white-tailed eagles is taken and what economic consequences it has. The comparison is intended to underline the urgency with which measures are taken toprotect animal husbandry and agricultural production.

Impact on the populations in Lusatia

In Germany, more precisely in Lusatia, the white-tailed eagles are also an increasing challenge for the local economy. Although the white-tailed eagles have not yet attacked sheep, they are becoming more and more of a problem for fish farms. In addition to the sea leders, the Komoranen also pose a threat, so that the fisheries industry faces similar challenges as theScottish Shepherd. The increasing presence of these birds of prey is leading to economic burdens and calls for innovative protective measures to secure the economic interests of the companies.