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It seems like every other day, scientists and researchers have a new solution to make wind farms safer. Some say that painting one turbine blade black makes it easier for birds to see and avoid wind farms , while others found that AI-powered cameras could turn off turbines to prevent collisions with eagles . As it turns out, the answer depends on the species of bird.

According to a recent study published in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews , researchers are finding new and different ways to prevent wind farm bird collisions because no one solution can account for every variable. However, by combing through preexisting studies, the researchers developed general recommendations for bats, migratory birds, and diurnal birds. For instance, they say that special whistles attached to wind blades can deter a wide range of bats , whereas the best method to prevent diurnal bird deaths relies on camera and radar trigger systems.…