Like many animals and birds, chickens emit sound signals, by which experienced farmers can judge the well-being of fluffy birds. However, within the framework of large-scale production, it is quite difficult to isolate such signals. However, it is very important to hear anxious chicks, because when stressed, the bird gains less weight and is more likely to die.
At the University of Hong Kong, scientists have created an AI that helps overcome this problem.
As part of an experiment using a new neural network, it was possible to achieve 97 percent recognition efficiency. Moreover, artificial intelligence even points to a specific cell from which an alarm signal is heard. Thanks to this, the farmer can move the chicken to a more comfortable environment.
According to the author of the project Alan McElligott, the final goal of the study is not to count the distress signals of birds, but to create favorable conditions for chickens and minimize their suffering.
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Source: Gismeteo.ru
