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Satellite imagery refers to images of Earth captured by satellites orbiting the planet. These images are used for a wide range of purposes, including environmental monitoring, climate research, land-use analysis, and disaster assessment. Satellite imagery provides detailed visual data that help scientists and institutions track changes on the Earth’s surface over time.

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Drones validate walrus counts in satellite images from spaceScience

Drones validate walrus counts in satellite images from space

In the first successful attempt to calibrate walrus counts from satellite imagery, scientists used drones to validate animal counts in Svalbard, Norway. This International Day…
SourceSourceMay 23, 2024 Full article