Using artificial intelligence to communicate with animals
Using artificial intelligence to communicate with animals
Publish Date: 2026-02-25 17:33:00
Source Domain: spectrumlocalnews.com
- Flox Intelligence, headquartered in Syracuse, uses AI to communicate with wildlife to guide them away from high-risk zones like airports and train tracks.
- The company’s Flox Edge device has proven effective using species-specific sounds to deter animals.
- AI technology employs biological insights and species-specific sounds for animal guidance without harming them.
- The technology not only helps airlines by mitigating aviation’s $10 billion yearly bird strike issue but also aids in protecting crops through species-specific warning calls.
- An estimated 60,000 animals have been guided away from danger with the company’s technology.
- Recent success and recognition include partnership with the Swedish Transport Administration and acceptance into the Genius New York program.
- The Flox Edge device costs $3,500 with a first-year subscription, followed by $500 per year or $50 per month after that.
- A $3 million capital investment will aid in expanding the company’s deployments across North America.
