Non-LED Dynamic Bird Flight Diverter with Glow-in-Dark

Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 | Glow-in-Dark Bird Diverter | Power Line Marker & Bird Deterrent
Model WMSv1 · Bird Diverter

Non-LED Dynamic Bird Flight Diverter
with Glow-in-Dark

Bird Deterrent · Power Line Marker · Wildlife Protection Device

The Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 is the most advanced Non-LED dynamic bird diverter for overhead power lines. It combines 360° aerodynamic swivel, dual-colour 3M retro-reflective power line marker stickers, and a 12-hour glow-in-dark surface — delivering complete 24/7 power line protection as the world's best wildlife protection device.

🔄360° Dynamic Swivel
🌙12-Hour Glow 7,500 sq mm
🟠3M Reflective 3,500/face
220kV Corona-Free
🔩Universal Clamp ACSR, OPGW
🌡️-15°C to +85°C MIL-STD
IEC 61284
MIL-STD 810F
3M Certified
220kV Safe

What is a Bird Diverter

The Smart Bird Deterrent for Power Lines

A bird diverter is a wildlife protection device mounted on overhead conductors to alert birds in flight and prevent fatal collisions. The WMSv1 is the most complete bird diverter — combining motion, reflection, and glow-in-dark for 24/7 power line protection.

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Bird Diverter

Prevents bird collisions on overhead power lines through movement, reflection, and glow — the most complete bird diverter available.

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Wildlife Protection Device

Certified wildlife protection device trusted by utilities in migratory corridors, wetlands, and protected wildlife zones worldwide.

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Power Line Marker

3M retro-reflective orange and yellow stickers deliver high-visibility power line marking in all daylight and low-light conditions.


Key Features

Why WMSv1 is the Best Bird Diverter

Six engineering advantages that make the Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 the most effective Non-LED bird deterrent and power line protection device available.

01 / Standout Feature
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12-Hour Glow-in-Dark — Night Bird Deterrent

Minimum 7,500 sq mm glow-in-dark surface — up to 12 continuous hours afterglow after charging in daylight. Zero batteries. Zero electricity.

✦ Best night-time wildlife protection device available
02 / Dynamic
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Dynamic 360° Swivel Bird Deterrent

Aerodynamic wings + precision swivel rotate fully in wind. Alerts birds from far greater distances than any static bird deterrent or fixed power line marker.

DYNAMIC TYPE
03 / Visibility
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Retro-Reflective 3M Power Line Marker

Min. 3,500 sq mm per face of certified 3M orange and yellow stickers. Dual-colour faces maximise daytime power line marker visibility in fog and low-angle sun.

3M CERTIFIED
04 / Clamp
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Universal Spring-Loaded Clamp

Fits ACSR, OPGW, earth wires — all outer diameters. Over 95% contact area. 500 N tensile and 250 N slip strength. No line outage needed.

ALL CONDUCTORS
05 / Electrical

Non-Conductive · 220kV Corona-Free

All hardware except metallic clamp parts is non-conductive. Zero visual corona up to 220kV. Passes RIV per IEC 61284 Cl.14.6. Safe for HV and EHV lines.

220KV RATED
06 / Durability
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All-Weather Power Line Protection

Operates at -15°C to +85°C. Tested to MIL-STD 810F for solar radiation, sand and dust, salt fog, and humidity. Zero maintenance for decades.

MIL-STD 810F

Glow-in-Dark Technology

12-Hour Glow-in-Dark
Bird Diverter

Most bird diverters only work in daylight. The WMSv1 is different — its glow-in-dark surface charges automatically during the day and emits light for up to 12 continuous hours after sunset.

This makes the WMSv1 the only Non-LED bird deterrent that delivers true 24/7 wildlife protection device performance — covering dusk, dawn, moonless nights, fog, and overcast conditions when bird collision risk is highest.

12hr
Afterglow
7,500
Sq mm Area
0W
Power Used
06:00
Sunrise — Charging BeginsGlow-in-dark surface absorbs daylight automatically. No activation needed.
12:00
Daytime — 3M Power Line Marker ActiveRetro-reflective stickers provide maximum daytime bird deterrent visibility.
18:00
Dusk — Glow-in-Dark ActivatesPeak migration hour. Wildlife protection device switches to glow mode automatically.
00:00
Midnight — Full Afterglow Active12-hour glow-in-dark still active. WMSv1 bird diverter visible all night long.
06:00
Sunrise — Cycle RepeatsZero maintenance. Zero power. Perpetual 24/7 power line protection.

Technical Specifications

WMSv1 Complete Spec Sheet

Full technical data for the Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 — the preferred bird diverter and power line marker for utility engineers worldwide.

ParameterSpecification
ModelBird Flight Diverter – WMSv1
TypeNon-LED Dynamic Bird Diverter
Clamp TypeSpring-loaded; ACSR, OPGW, earth wires — all outer diameters; ≥95% contact area
Hardware MaterialNon-conductive (except metallic clamp parts)
Swivel AssemblyDynamic 360° swivel with aerodynamic wings
Reflective AreaMin. 3,500 sq mm per face — 3M orange & yellow retro-reflective stickers (both faces)
Glow-in-Dark AreaMin. 7,500 sq mm — afterglow up to 12 hours in low-light conditions
Temperature Range-15°C to +85°C (no performance degradation)
Tensile Load500 N
Clamp Slip Strength250 N
Corona PerformanceNo visual corona up to 220kV system voltage
RIV Compliance IEC 61284 Clause 14.6
Thermal Test IEC 60068-1 & IEC 60068-2 Test 8
Solar Radiation MIL-STD 810F Method 505.4 Proc II
Sand & Dust MIL-STD 810F Method 510.4 Proc I
Salt Fog & Humidity MIL-STD 810F Method 509.4 Proc I

Product Comparison

WMSv1 vs Static Bird Deterrent

See why the Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 outperforms every static bird deterrent and basic power line marker on the market.

FeatureWMSv1 Bird DiverterStatic Bird Deterrent
Day Visibility✔ 3M Retro-Reflective Power Line MarkerBasic Reflective Only
Night Visibility✔ 12-Hour Glow-in-Dark✘ None
Movement✔ 360° Dynamic Aerodynamic Rotation✘ Fixed / Static
Conductor Compatibility✔ All Types, All Diameters (ACSR/OPGW)Limited Range
Voltage Safety✔ 220kV Corona-FreeVaries / Often Unrated
Certifications✔ IEC 60068 + IEC 61284 + MIL-STD 810FOften Uncertified
24/7 Wildlife Protection✔ Day + Night + Motion✘ Daytime Only
Maintenance✔ Zero — Lifetime PerformancePeriodic Replacement

Applications

Where to Install the Bird Diverter WMSv1

The WMSv1 bird diverter and power line marker is the recommended bird deterrent for any overhead power infrastructure in high bird-strike risk areas.

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Migratory Corridors & Flyways

Highest bird-strike risk zones. Glow-in-dark feature ensures wildlife protection during nocturnal migration flights.

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Wetlands & Agricultural Areas

Dense waterbird and crane populations near conductors. WMSv1 is the recommended bird deterrent and wildlife protection device.

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Coastal & Marine Environments

Salt-fog tested to MIL-STD 810F — the most durable power line marker for coastal transmission lines.

HV Lines — 33kV to 220kV

220kV corona-free, IEC 61284 RIV certified — the safest bird diverter for EHV power line protection.

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Protected Wildlife & Forest Zones

Certified wildlife protection device for areas with Schedule-I and endangered bird species near overhead conductors.

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Near Airports & Airfields

Dual function: bird deterrent + high-visibility power line marker for combined avian and aviation safety.


Standards & Certifications

Internationally Certified

The WMSv1 is independently tested to the highest global standards for bird diverter performance, power line marker visibility, and power line protection reliability.

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IEC 60068-1 & IEC 60068-2 Test 8Temperature range and thermal cycling environmental tests
IEC 61284 Clause 14.6Radio Interference Voltage (RIV) for overhead line fittings
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MIL-STD 810F Method 505.4 Proc IISolar radiation test for bird diverter performance in extreme sun
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MIL-STD 810F Method 510.4 Proc ISand and dust test for power line marker integrity in arid zones
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MIL-STD 810F Method 509.4 Proc ISalt fog and humidity — wildlife protection device durability in coastal environments

WMSv1 Certification Summary

IEC 60068-1IEC 60068-2 IEC 61284MIL-STD 810F Method 505.4Method 510.4 Method 509.43M Certified 220kV Corona-FreeRIV Compliant

✔ Specification ReadyFull test reports, technical datasheets, and installation guides available on request for procurement submissions.

Download DatasheetsFull documentation at www.birdflightdiverter.com



FAQ — People Also Ask

Bird Diverter FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the WMSv1 bird diverter, glow-in-dark bird deterrent, and power line protection.

What is the best bird diverter for power lines?

The Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 is the best bird diverter for overhead power lines. It combines 360° dynamic rotation, 3M retro-reflective power line marker stickers, and a 12-hour glow-in-dark surface — the only Non-LED bird deterrent delivering full 24/7 wildlife protection device performance in one unit.

How does the glow-in-dark bird diverter work at night?

The WMSv1's glow-in-dark surface (7,500 sq mm) charges in daylight and releases stored light for up to 12 hours after sunset. This passive bird deterrent mechanism needs zero batteries or electricity — providing continuous night-time power line protection automatically.

What is the difference between a bird diverter and a bird deterrent?

A bird diverter is a wildlife protection device mounted on power line conductors to prevent birds from striking the wire. A bird deterrent is a broader term for any device that discourages birds from a hazard zone. The WMSv1 serves as both — diverts birds via motion, reflective power line marker, and glow-in-dark visibility.

Is the WMSv1 bird diverter suitable for OPGW and earth wires?

Yes. The WMSv1 bird diverter spring-loaded clamp fits ACSR conductors, OPGW, earth wires, and all standard outer diameters. Over 95% clamp contact area ensures vibration-resistant power line protection on any conductor type.

Does the WMSv1 work on 220kV transmission lines?

Yes. The Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 is rated corona-free up to 220kV and passes IEC 61284 Clause 14.6 RIV requirements — making it one of the few certified bird deterrent devices safe for EHV power line protection with zero electrical interference.

How is the WMSv1 bird diverter installed?

The WMSv1 uses a spring-loaded clamp that installs on live conductors without a line outage or hot-line tools — the most practical bird deterrent and power line marker for large-scale power line protection projects with zero downtime.

What certifications does the Bird Flight Diverter WMSv1 have?

The WMSv1 is certified to IEC 60068-1, IEC 60068-2 Test 8, IEC 61284 Cl.14.6, MIL-STD 810F Methods 505.4, 510.4, and 509.4 — covering thermal cycling, solar radiation, sand and dust, salt fog, and humidity. The highest standards for wildlife protection devices on overhead power lines globally.

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Bird Diverter Solutions for Transmission Lines: A Complete Guide to Bird Collision Prevention

 

Bird Diverter Solutions for Transmission Lines: A Complete Global Guide

By IndoDivert™ | Updated 2025 | Bird Collision Prevention & Avian Safety — Worldwide & India

Every year, millions of birds die after colliding with overhead transmission and distribution lines. It's a problem most people don't see — but for power utilities, renewable energy developers, and wildlife conservationists, it's a very real challenge that spans every continent. The good news? There's a practical, cost-effective solution: bird diverters.

This guide walks you through everything you need to know — why collisions happen, which types of diverters work best, how installation works, and what global and Indian regulations require.

Why Do Birds Collide with Power Lines?

Birds are fast flyers, and overhead conductors — especially thin earth wires and shield wires — are nearly invisible during flight. In low-light conditions like dawn and dusk, foggy mornings, or wide-open desert and wetland landscapes, birds simply don't see the line until it's too late.

Large-winged species and migratory birds are most at risk globally. Whether it's open grasslands in Africa, wetland corridors in Europe, renewable energy evacuation routes in India, or vast desert regions in the Middle East—anywhere transmission lines cross natural ecosystems, bird flight diverters make a life-saving difference.

So, What Exactly Is a Bird Diverter?

A bird diverter is a small device attached to overhead power lines that makes them more visible to birds in flight. It doesn't interfere with the electrical system at all — it simply increases the visual profile of the conductor, giving birds enough time to detect and avoid it.

Think of it like a flag on a glass door so people don't walk into it. The concept is simple, but the impact is enormous. Learn more about how the three core mechanisms work to prevent collisions.

💡 Key insight: Bird diverters don't change the line — they change how visible the line is. That small difference prevents millions of bird deaths every year, from India's bustard habitats to Europe's crane flyways.

Types of Bird Diverters Used Worldwide

Different environments, voltage levels, and bird species call for different solutions. Here are the four main types used globally — including across India's expanding grid:

1. Spiral Bird Diverter

Made from UV-stabilised HDPE, these helical devices wrap around conductors. Lightweight, wind-resistant, and compatible with 11kV to 400kV lines — the most widely deployed type globally and the go-to choice for most Indian utility projects. Easy to install without a power shutdown.

2. Reflective Flapper Diverter

Small flaps that swing and flash in the wind. The motion catches a bird's eye from a distance — ideal for wetlands, open migratory corridors, and India's flat agricultural plains where few other visual cues exist.

3. LED Bird Diverter (Solar-Powered)

For night flights, foggy mornings, or high-risk zones, solar-powered LED diverters provide a blinking light signal. Perfect for any region where visibility regularly fails — from Arctic winters to India's dense monsoon fog. Especially recommended for Great Indian Bustard habitat zones.

4. Aviation Marker Balls

Large, spherical markers placed on ground wires, serving dual purposes — marking lines for low-flying aircraft and making them visible to birds. Widely used near airports and open plains worldwide, including Rajasthan and Gujarat in India.

🔗 Not sure which type fits your project? The right choice depends on voltage class, terrain, local bird species, and regional regulations. See our full product range. →

How Do Bird Diverters Actually Work?

The science behind these devices comes down to three core principles:

  • Visual contrast: Increasing the apparent width of a conductor helps birds spot it from a safer distance — the core principle behind spiral and flapper diverter design.
  • Motion: Flapper diverters create dynamic movement that grabs attention in open landscapes where everything else is static.
  • Light signals: LED diverters eliminate blind spots caused by fog, darkness, or early morning low light.

Together, these mechanisms dramatically reduce avian mortality without any disruption to power supply or line performance.

Global & India Regulatory Requirements

Environmental regulators and grid authorities worldwide are increasingly requiring bird collision mitigation as part of project approvals. Whether it's the EU's Birds Directive, IUCN guidelines, or India's Central Electricity Authority (CEA) safety standards, the message is consistent: protect birds or face delays, fines, and clearance rejections.

Transmission lines passing through any of the following zones are commonly required to install bird diverters:

  • Protected bird habitats and Important Bird Areas (IBAs) — globally recognised
  • Forest and wildlife migration corridors
  • Renewable energy generation and evacuation routes
  • Wetlands, floodplains, and coastal flyways
  • Desert and grassland conservation regions
  • Areas with critically endangered bird species
  • India-specific: Great Indian Bustard habitats under Supreme Court orders (Rajasthan, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh)

Installing bird diverters at the design stage is always smarter than retrofitting. It avoids delays, reduces costs, and helps you sail through environmental clearances smoothly — whether you're working in Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa, or India.

🏛️ Pro tip: Plan bird diverters at the design stage. Retrofitting an energised high-voltage line costs significantly more — in both time and money — than including it upfront. See installation methods →

🇮🇳 India Spotlight: Why Bird Diverters Are Critical Here

India's rapidly expanding power grid — especially its renewable energy evacuation infrastructure — passes through some of the most ecologically sensitive bird habitats in the world. The situation here is uniquely urgent.

  • Great Indian Bustard (GIB): Fewer than 150 individuals remain in the wild. The Supreme Court of India has specifically ordered bird diverters on lines passing through GIB habitats in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
  • CEA Guidelines: India's Central Electricity Authority mandates avian protection measures on lines crossing wildlife zones and forest corridors.
  • Renewable Energy Corridors: India's solar and wind projects in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh cut across major bird migration routes — making hotline and drone installation of diverters essential.
  • Central Asian Flyway: This major migratory route passes directly through India, bringing millions of birds into contact with overhead lines every season.

👉 Read our dedicated India Bird Diverter Guide →

Installation: How It Gets Done

There are two main installation methods — both designed to work with minimal disruption to the grid:

  • Hotline installation: Installed while the line is energised and live. No power shutdown needed — the preferred method for most utilities worldwide and the standard approach for India's always-on transmission network.
  • Drone-based installation: For long high-voltage corridors (132kV, 220kV, 400kV), drones make installation faster, safer, and more precise — ideal for remote terrain, whether Rajasthan's desert, the African savanna, or mountainous regions in Southeast Asia.

Spacing between diverters depends on bird species, terrain, and voltage level. In high-risk zones — like GIB habitats in India or raptor corridors in Europe — closer spacing is used to maximise visibility. View our detailed spacing and installation guidelines. →

Why This Matters Beyond Compliance

Yes, regulations are one reason to act. But there's a bigger picture. Power line collisions are one of the leading human-caused threats to bird populations globally — affecting common migratory species as well as critically endangered raptors, storks, cranes, flamingos, and bustards.

For renewable energy developers especially, building green infrastructure means more than solar panels and wind turbines. It means ensuring that your transmission lines don't become death corridors for the birds that share that landscape — whether that's a solar park in Rajasthan or a wind farm in southern Europe.

Beyond ecology, utilities and developers see real business benefits too: stronger project approvals, better ESG scores, smoother investor relations, and reduced liability from environmental non-compliance. Learn how bird diverters support ESG goals. →

Quick Summary: Benefits of Bird Diverters

  • Significantly reduces bird deaths along transmission corridors worldwide, including India
  • Protects critically endangered species like the Great Indian Bustard, cranes, storks, and raptors
  • Helps meet international wildlife regulations, CEA guidelines, and environmental clearance conditions
  • Supports ESG and sustainability reporting for developers and utilities globally
  • Works across voltage levels from 11kV to 400kV in any climate or terrain
  • Can be installed without shutting down the power line
  • Multiple diverter types available for every environment and use case

Need Bird Diverters for Your Project?

IndoDivert™ manufactures high-quality bird flight diverters for 11kV to 400kV lines — for projects across India and worldwide. Get technical specs, compliance guidance, and expert consultation.

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Supreme Court steps in to protect Great Indian Bustard

 


ByKrishnadas Rajagopal 



The Supreme Court on Monday swooped-in to intervene on behalf of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustards over the birds falling dead after colliding with power lines running through their dwindling natural habitats in Gujarat and Rajasthan.

A Bench led by Chief Justice of India Sharad A. Bobde will examine on a priority basis whether overhead power cables can be replaced with underground ones to save one of the heaviest flying birds on the planet.

Attorney General K.K. Venugopal, appearing for the Power Ministry, however submitted that only low voltage lines can go underground but not the high voltage ones.

The court found further that an alternative mechanism — to install flight bird divertors — to guide the birds away from the power lines would be expensive. In fact, the court discovered that the divertors, with their recurring costs, would end costing more than installing and maintaining underground lines.

But the court suggested treading the middle path.




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Cyclones Nivar & Burevi Brought Much Ease To Migrating Birds- Tamil Nadu:


Arrival of cyclones proves to be an angle with food for migrating birds. The night of November' 25th'2020 brought downpour in several coastal and northern districts of Tamil Nadu, Southern Andra Pradesh, Pondicherry along India's south east coast. Birds habitation eagerly need these rain filled cyclones to allow different microorganisms and fish to flourish and act as a major source of food for birds. Many birdwatcher elaborates that avian species take a thorough survey much before they plan for roosting, breeding as well as settling down at a place and only if they feel that the place is well equipped and secure they stopover else they disappear.

Researchers also further shares that most of the migrating birds have low frontal vision because of which they  are unable to identify powerlines obstacles and hence results in collisions. Installing Bird diverter on powerlines can be a considered as one of the best possible solution.

Main Link :-  https://science.thewire.in/environment/tamil-nadu-cyclones-migratory-birds/
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Karnataka High Court To State Government On GIB Survival




It was on Thursday - Karnataka High Court Questioned State Government

Will You Appoint Expert Agency To Study Habitat Of Great Indian Bustard?

The starting of year 2021 opens more possibilities / feasibility for Critically Endangered species "Great Indian Bustards - GIB. On Jan'07'2021 ,Thursday - Karnataka High Court commands State Government to submits a report by Jan'21'2021 elaborating on whether they intend to appoint a highly experienced agency like Bombay Natural History -BNHS or Wildlife Institute of India -WII to study the natural habitation of the remaining critically endangered species of "Great Indian Bustards - GIB in the state.

Main Link :- https://www.livelaw.in/amp/news-updates/karnataka-high-court-great-indian-bustard-expert-committee-168146
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Bird Diverters Installation Is A Must On Power Lines- As Per NGT

The myth about the Great Indian Bustard (GIB), Powerlines and Bird Diverters is always a very sensitive point of discussion from decades. Multiple seminars, meetings and conferences were held around the globe from time to time by different wild life-saving associations, federations and other prominent governing bodies. Recently it was on 04-04-2019 ref "Original Application No. 385/2019" when Hon'ble National Green Tribunal -NGT has directed The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change - MoEF&CC to furnish a accurate report on the deaths of Great Indian Bustard within 2 months. The said report (FACTUAL REPORT ON THE GREAT INDIAN BUSTARD RECOVERY PROGRAM) was finally submitted to The Registrar of  Hon'ble National Green Tribunal -NGT  on 11-07-2019 by Deputy Inspector General MoEF&CC. After going through the facts and figures as elaborated in the above mentioned  factual report, The National Green Tribunal -NGT found that steps taken are not adequate and there continues to be high mortality of the birds.


Hence later this year on 23-12-2020{(Original Application No. 385/2019) -(IA No. 333/2020)}  The National Green Tribunal - NGT passed an order during which it has been directed that the installation of “bird diverters” on power transmission lines should be done on priority basis in order to protect the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB).

 

The Crucial Points of The National Green Tribunal -NGT Order (mitigation measures for

protection of Great Indian Bustard (GIB) are:-

 

  • Bird Diverters Installation on power transmission lines is Mandatory.


  • Under-grounding of transmission lines needs to be insured for all new projects by making it mandatory under the Water/Air Acts by the concerned State PCBs which may be overseen by the CPCB and the MoEF&CC.”

  • Route planning

  • Vane tips of the wind turbine shall be painted with orange colour to avoid bird hits

 

 

The National Green Tribunal -NGT has strictly directed the MoEF&CC/CPCB/State PCBs to take further action as per the plan suggested by the six-member committee appointed by the Tribunal itself.


In the final verdict, The Court inclined the matter by directing that all mandatory steps be taken for preserving critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB) by installing bird diverters on all existing power transmission lines as suggested by the six-member Committee of the MoEF&CC. It has further directed that  Monitoring of compliance be done, preferably by the Wildlife Institute of India at least twice a year.


The Court has considered the report submitted by the Committee and directed it to finalize the proposed action plan within two months.

There has been a drastic  decline by 75% in the population of the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) since the last 3 decades. The main reason for these declines is lethal accidents /collisions with power transmission lines.



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Project Great Indian Bustard (GIB) Announced by Govt of Rajasthan

Rajasthan being addressed as the continent of Great Indian Bustard-GIB. Being the largest bird of the well-known bustard family mostly prefer grasslands and scrublands as their most preferable destinations.

 

Govt. of Rajasthan came forward to rescue Great Indian Bustard by announcing a clean chit for 12 Crore -"Project - Great Indian Bustard" specifically for retrieving the population of different avian species. 

 

The Great Indian Bustard is one of the heaviest flying bird species in the world. They can weight upto 15kg and can attain height up to one meter. GIB has been observed as frequent visitors of grasslands. The latest reports confirm the population of these creatures are centric to 200 numbers only out of which 100 are expected to found in Rajasthan. The numbers very well elaborate that they are very near to extinction in the upcoming decades. This will turn Great Indian Bustard-GIB among the first Indian super species to fade off after the great Cheetah. 


As per combined survey reports the population graph of Great Indian Bustard-GIB is around 1500-2000 no's in the 1980s.GIB was found to be spread throughout the western belt of India. With uncontrolled chasing and declining prairies, their population got diminished.

Researchers suggested the installation of Bird Flight Diverter as a impactful solution in the said cause.


In July 2011 the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) declared all winged creatures as endangered species.


This alarming statement by IUCN creates a huge panic in the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF). Immediately MOEF created an animal varieties retrieval program to save Great Indian Bustard-GIB, Lesser Florican, Bengal Florican, three of the four bustard species found in India. A year back all these three species have been indigenous to Indian fields and were found near to the edge of elimination.

 

The said retrieval program is considered to be more in books rather than to be implemented. As per some MoEF sources, the last form of the rules for the recuperation program is yet to be printed and must be communicated within the states. 

 

The tendency of the government for maintaining the nature of pendency could cost dearly for the flying species. An initiative was taken a month ago by a few influential personalities, encouraging the central clergyman of Rajasthan to start a campaign for securing winged animals. The population of winged animals in Rajasthan is extremely crucial for the said retrieval program. As per the available research, the population of these species are restricted to below 10 in different states. It's not a very easy task to lead the retrieval program with limited population.


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Bird Flight Diverters A Miracle For Avian Species

Multiple Exploration around the globe well elaborates avian mortalities caused by human-made infrastructures, in the race to provide better and upgraded amenities. These facilities are further divided into three different segments which are increasing day by day:-


  • Transmission Lines

  • Communication Tower

  • Wind Turbines


Acquiring the actual probability of avian population mortality is not an easy task with a frequent increase in the above-mentioned facilities. The level of threats to avians species from the said facilities continues to increase.


Transmission Lines always act as one of the biggest trouble/factors for avian species collisions as compared to other facilities. Powerlines have phase-to-phase and phase-to-ground wire clearances, which leads to avian landing / resting on the Powerline towers and further leads to increased risk of completing the circuit often resulting in electrocution and power failure.


Transmission lines where overhead ground wires are mostly smaller in comparison of the phase conductors are more expected to create bird collisions. Eliminating fixed wires and protecting energized conductors with surge arresters should be taken into consideration wherever possible. The discussed factors are pretty much expensive and even not feasible at all locations. Hence industry leaders came up with an alternative economical solution to reduce avian collisions at powerlines by introducing wire marking devices such as:-






  • Aerial Marker Spheres

  • Spiral Vibration Dampers

  • Conductor Cover-Up

  • Swinging Plates

  • Bird-Flight Diverters

  • Flappers.


Few marking devices that physically enlarge the wire work as a wind sensitive device, inspiring snow during winters automatically increases the risk of wire and power break down due to line tension and stress loads. These devices may also cause physical damage to the conductors.

The output of Bird Diverters was always found up to the mark when it comes to either avian collision or population factors. Different Bird diverters have different specifications and probabilities and hence they cannot be compared among themselves. The efficacy of a few bird diverters that are specifically targeting particular species can hardly be questioned. Bird Diverters execution is well explained if these diverters are easily noticeable and act as a predator to endangered and vulnerable species.


Researchers further state that wherever Bird diverters are installed there should be a min spacing of 5 meters or 16ft between each of them because the probability of collision automatically decreases when the space between bird flight diverters is less.


The brief of worldwide studies well elaborates that Bird Flight Diverters are the most potential rescuer in saving avian species.


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