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Three poisoned red kites on Mallorca: investigations and open questions

How GPS Tracking Helps Protect Red Kites in Mallorca

GPS transmitters help track red kites in Mallorca and locate problems quickly when a signal stops.

Published: April 21, 2026
Three poisoned red kites on Mallorca: investigations and open questions

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Why are GPS transmitters used on red kites in Mallorca?

GPS transmitters help conservation teams track birds’ movements and notice quickly if a bird stops moving. In these Mallorca cases, the loss of signal overnight helped investigators locate the dead birds and narrow down where the incidents happened. The technology is also useful for monitoring nesting sites and spotting possible threats earlier.

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