Drones and AI-Driven Solutions for Wildlife Monitoring

Abstract

Wildlife monitoring has entered a transformative era with the convergence of drone technology and artificial intelligence (AI). Drones provide access to remote and dangerous habitats, while AI unlocks the potential to process vast amounts of wildlife data. This synergy is reshaping wildlife monitoring, offering novel solutions to tackle challenges in species identification, animal tracking, anti-poaching, population estimation, and habitat analysis. This paper will provide researchers with a structured framework for leveraging drone and AI systems in wildlife monitoring, identifying best practices and outlining actionable pathways for future innovation in the field.