An opinion piece outlines how artificial intelligence could be deployed to locate and eliminate hold-out populations of possums, stoats, and rats in New Zealand's protected ecosystems.
Researchers at Delft University of Technology have created a new drone system inspired by flying squirrels and gliding possums, capable of shape-shifting for improved flight.
A recent survey indicates that farmers in New Zealand believe the rising numbers of pests like deer and possums are outpacing current control efforts. This suggests an increasing challenge in managing pest populations.
The summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing covered critical issues including trade, Taiwan, and Iran, with Trump stating Xi vowed no military equipment support for Iran. Discussions also touched upon potential US-China AI safety talks.
Ein wildes Possum gesellte sich am Mittwoch in einem Souvenirshop eines Flughafens zu den Plüschtieren. Flughafenangestellte brachten es sicher ins Freie zurück. Possums sind nachtaktive Beuteltiere.
A Finnish science article highlights the opossum's remarkable ability to feign death, a survival mechanism described as more convincing than the acting of professional footballers. This behavior helps the animal avoid predators by appearing unappetizing or already deceased.
Wellington, New Zealand, plans to eliminate all predators, including feral cats, possums, and rats, from the capital within the next ten years as part of an updated government initiative.
A snap review into New South Wales hospitals has revealed serious maintenance issues, including possums, asbestos, and pigeons, following a mould outbreak at Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred hospital that led to two patient deaths. The health minister has pledged swift action to improve hygiene.