The Virtual Bat

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Channel: Texas Parks and Wildlife · 2013 · Science & Technology

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The Virtual Bat
Bugs bugging your corn? Scientists in the 'Wintergarden' area near Uvalde are developing a sound system that mimics the calls of feeding Mexican free-tailed bats. These researchers are attempting to disrupt the infestation of valuable farm crops by hordes of insect pests.
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