Mist nets at Schlammwiss nature reserve by GiMi53

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Earlier this year, we got the opportunity to attend a very interesting ornithologic experience ; we visited the " Schlammwiss" nature reserve in Uebersyren (Grand Duchy of Luxembourg) (Fondation Hëllef fur d’Natur) where scientists were ringing birds. Mist nets are used by ornithologists to capture wild birds for banding or other research projects. Mist nets are typically made of nylon mesh suspended between two poles, resembling an oversized volleyball net. When properly deployed, the nets are virtually invisible. The grid size of the mesh netting varies according to the size of the species targeted for capture. Net dimensions are approximately 1–2 m high by 6–15 m long. If used by trained personnel, mist netting is an efficient method of capturing flying animals, and accomplishing this with a low risk of incidental injury. Thank you for your comments on my previous upload :