Korea deploys AI drones to stop wild boar incursions into residential areas
High above the forested slopes encircling northern Seoul, autonomous drones are scanning the brush for an unexpected urban threat: wild boars. Equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) and real-time thermal imaging, the unmanned aircraft are part of a new high-tech surveillance system launched by Korea to intercept roaming wildlife before they stray into crowded city areas. Korea’s National…
In northern Seoul, autonomous drones equipped with artificial intelligence and thermal imaging technology are being deployed to monitor for a new urban menace: wild boars. The National Institute of Biological Resources in Korea unveiled this high-tech surveillance system on Thursday, aiming to proactively track the animals before they cross into densely populated areas.
The AI-driven platform combines autonomous drones, closed-circuit cameras, and deep-learning algorithms to detect real-time boar movements, predict travel paths, and immediately alert city authorities when an animal enters a high-risk zone. This shift from reactive emergency responses to preventive measures marks a significant advancement in urban wildlife management.
Previously, residents and officials in Seoul had to wait for reports of boars near homes, parks, or roads, leaving limited time for intervention. In 2025, the city's fire headquarters documented nearly 500 instances requiring wild boar removal.
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