Add Black Bears to the List of Things Terrified of Drones

Now, animal scientists have proven that drones are also a nuisance, and even a terror, to wildlife. A group of researchers at the University of Minnesota strapped heartbeat monitors to four black bears and flew drones around them to test their reactions.

A black bear is seen at the Maine Wildlife Park in New Gloucester, Maine, on July 25, 2014. AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, File

It’s already an established fact that drones can be of great annoyance to humans: whether you’re the secret service, a California firefighter, or just a casual homeowner, the newly popular gadget can ruin your day any number of ways.

Now, animal scientists have proven that drones are also a nuisance, and even a terror, to wildlife. A group of researchers at the University of Minnesota strapped heartbeat monitors to four black bears and flew drones around them to test their reactions.

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