Birds of Prey and Wind Farms Analysis of Problems and Possible Solutions

This book discusses the increase in number and capacity of wind farms in Germany and how this is affecting birds of prey. Several methods are used to study the behaviour of birds of prey in relation to wind farms, including telemetry data, field observations, and comparisons of turbine base areas. S...

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Other Authors: Hötker, Hermann (Editor), Krone, Oliver (Editor), Nehls, Georg (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2017, 2017
Edition:1st ed. 2017
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Project structure and methods
  • 3 Red Kite
  • 4 Montagu’s Harrier
  • 5 White-tailed Eagle
  • 6 Collision risk
  • 7 Population growth and breeding success of birds of prey and development of wind energy in Germany
  • 8 Conclusions estimate of risk, minimizing conflicts, practical recommendations and need for further research. <behaviour