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Bats and Wind Energy: USGS biologist Paul Cryan examines the carcass of a hoary bat (Lasiurus cinereus) found beneath a wind turbine. By examining the casualties, biologists hope to learn more about why migratory bats are so susceptible to wind turbines. (USA)
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Title: Bats and Wind Energy
Description: USGS biologist Paul Cryan examines the carcass of a hoary bat (Lasiurus cinereus) found beneath a wind turbine. By examining the casualties, biologists hope to learn more about why migratory bats are so susceptible to wind turbines.
Location: USA
Photographer: Apple Snider, U.S. Geological Survey
Usage: This image is public domain/of free use. Please refer to the USGS Copyright section for more details.
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File Size (original): JPEG Image - 2.42 MB
Dimensions: 2592 x 1944
Resolution: 180 dpi

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Bats (Set) RSS Media RSS Slideshow Wind Turbine: Most modern wind turbines are taller than a 30-story building. Field biologist Apple Snider stands at the base of a turbine in New York for scale. Wind Turbines: Wind turbines at certain sites in North America each cause dozens of bat fatalities per year.
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