In wildlife ecology, landscape imagery can help tie together the larger ecological concept of where animals live and how they interact with their environment.

In wildlife management, the use of drone technology has become even more popular in recent years. UAVs are used to count animals that congregate, especially those in colonies such as shorebirds and seals. In addition, they’re used to find and ID creatures in remote landscapes, including the ocean.

Drones are utilized as a tool for counter-poaching operationsand mapping habitat. The benefits of  using such technology is evident in many fields, including wildlife sciences. Though certainly, there’s more that individual users can learn in honing their craft.

Drones continue to become an ever more popular piece of equipment for hobbyists looking to capture their explorations. There are now drones for every budget.