Biology

Remote sensing of emperor penguin abundance and breeding success

A. Winterl, S. Richter, et al.

Emperor penguins are increasingly threatened by environmental challenges, and this cutting-edge research by a team of experts analyzes how satellite imagery can track their breeding pairs and fledging chicks. By developing a unique phenological model, they address the variability in colony occupancy, paving the way for effective remote monitoring of these magnificent birds.

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Abstract

Emperor penguins (*Aptenodytes forsteri*) are under increasing environmental pressure, and monitoring their colony size and population trends primarily relies on satellite imagery. This study develops a phenological model to predict breeding pairs and fledging chicks, correcting for colony occupancy variability. The model extrapolates occupancy from sparse data, useful for monitoring remotely sensed animal colonies.

Publisher

Nature Communications

Published On

May 29, 2024

Authors

Alexander Winterl, Sebastian Richter, Aymeric Houstin, Téo Barracho, Matthieu Boureau, Clément Cornec, Douglas Couet, Robin Cristofari, Claire Eiselt, Ben Fabry, Adélie Krellenstein, Christoph Mark, Astrid Mainka, Delphine Ménard, Jennifer Morinay, Susie Pottier, Elodie Schloesing, Céline Le Bohec, Daniel P. Zitterbart

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