We investigate the movement ecology of golden eagles in the Swiss Alps to better predict topographic situations under which the installation of wind turbines would represent a risk of collision for this large soaring raptor. Our results provide recommendations for a wildlife-friendly installation of renewable energy infrastructure in the Alps.
Uni Bern supervisors
Sergio Vignali, Veronika Braunisch, Raphaël Arlettaz
Publications
Vignali, S., V. Braunisch & R. Arlettaz. 2023. Large soaring raptors vs wind turbines development in the Swiss Alps. Unpublished final report, January 2023. Original maps are available upon request to sergio.vignali@unibe.ch PDF
