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Thursday, 5 February 2026

Zombie Bird Drones: When Taxidermy Takes Flight

 In a development that feels ripped from a science fiction thriller, researchers at New Mexico Tech have created “zombie bird drones”—real taxidermied birds fitted with robotics that allow them to fly again. Reports from Gizmodo and The Sun confirm that pigeons, ducks, and pheasants are being reanimated into remote-controlled flying machines, sparking awe, unease, and heated debate online.

These uncanny drones look indistinguishable from living birds, raising questions about the future of surveillance, environmental research, and ethics in technology.

According to The Sun, engineers start with ethically sourced deceased birds. Inside, they install a lightweight electronic system that powers mechanical wing flaps and navigation controls. Some models feature hidden cameras inside the bird’s neck, while others use shape-memory alloy claws that allow the drone to perch on branches or power lines like a real bird.

This level of camouflage is impossible for traditional drones, making these reanimated flyers uniquely suited for stealth missions—or disturbingly hard to detect....<<<Read More>>>....