Googly-eyed Buoys Help Protect Seabirds

Researchers off the coast of Cornwall, England, have created a unique way to keep seabirds safe from fishing nets. They designed buoys with big googly eyes that spin, creating an 'animated eye effect' to scare birds away. Additionally, kites shaped like birds are used to further deter seabirds, helping to protect wildlife while fishing.

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