While “zombie duck drones” might sound like a weird plot twist in some dystopian horror movie, these robotic critters were engineered to further wildlife research. They also look like a mashup of old-school stuffer dekes and the next generation of modern motion decoys.⁠ ⁠ Mostafa Hassanlian, an associate professor at the New Mexico Tech Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro, brings dead birds to life combining taxidermied heads, wings, and bodies with battery-powered robots. Along with a team of researchers, Hassanalian uses taxidermied waterfowl to create drones that not only look like real birds, but also mimic natural flight. The drones and robots are outfitted with hidden cameras so researchers can get an up-close view of live critters without a noticeable human presence.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #waterfowl #duckhunting #ducks #duckhunt #conservation #waterfowlhunting #robots #drones #wildlife #outdoors #nature #outdoorlife⁠ Story by: alicejoneswe...