A Moscow neurotechnology firm, Neiry, has conducted an experiment in which researchers implanted neural chips into pigeons' brains, allowing entire flocks to be remotely controlled like biological drones. Each bird carries a small solar-powered backpack that receives commands and tracks its movements, and the company states the technology could be used on many species. Because birds can travel hundreds of miles per day, Neiry envisions using different types, such as ravens for heavier loads or albatrosses for ocean monitoring, as remote-controlled reconnaissance tools. There are potential military implications, as larger birds could theoretically carry small explosive payloads, enabling covert operations, harder detection, and unpredictable security threats compared to traditional drones.