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Farmers Use Drones and Johansson's Voice to Thwart Wolves

8/10/2025

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Farmers in Wyoming and Oregon are turning to an unexpected ally—drones playing Scarlett Johansson's voice from "Marriage Story"—to protect their livestock from gray wolves. Since the wolves' reintroduction to Yellowstone National Park, ranchers have suffered heavy cattle losses. This innovative approach has significantly cut down on wolf attacks, offering much-needed economic relief to struggling farmers.

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Farmers in Wyoming and Oregon are turning to an unexpected ally—drones playing Scarlett Johansson's voice from "Marriage Story"—to protect their livestock from gray wolves. Since the wolves' reintroduction to Yellowstone National Park, ranchers have suffered heavy cattle losses. This innovative approach has significantly cut down on wolf attacks, offering much-needed economic relief to struggling farmers.