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world1 month ago•2 min saved

Robot Werewolves Guard Japan as Bear Attacks Surge

Amid record bear attacks in Japan, authorities are deploying Ohta Seiki’s solar-powered Monster Wolf robot scarecrows to deter wildlife, using motion sensors, flashing LEDs and a library of over 50 threatening sounds. Priced around 500,000 yen, the devices are in high demand with plans for wheel-mounted and handheld versions. Scientists attribute the surge to a growing bear population and a poor acorn harvest, while past measures included deploying soldiers and safety advisories as long-term deterrents.

via USA Today|

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technology1 month ago•3 min saved

Japan bets on 'Monster Wolf' robots to scare bears after record attacks

With bear attacks in Japan at a record high, Hokkaido-based Ohta Seiki is flooded with orders for its animatronic 'Monster Wolf' decoys that flash red eyes, howl, and play more than 50 sounds to deter bears; prices start around $4,000 and production is two to three months behind as the company expands and plans wheeled versions, a handheld model, and AI-camera features.

via CBS News|

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technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Japanese Landscapes Under the Watchful Gaze of Glowing-Eyed Electronic Wolves"

In response to increasing wildlife encroachment into human territories in Japan, a company called Ohta Seiki has developed Monster Wolf, a scarecrow-like deterrent. With lifelike proportions, glowing red LED eyes, and a chilling human voice, Monster Wolf aims to fill the void left by natural predators and scare away animals such as deer, wild boars, monkeys, and bears. About 180 Monster Wolves have been deployed across the country, proving to be effective in deterring wildlife. While some experts raise concerns about animals adapting to the deterrent, Ohta Seiki plans to collaborate with automotive firms and academic institutions to further develop Monster Wolf with GPS-enabled autonomous navigation.

via ABC News|

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