Drone Captures Leopard Seals (IMAGE) NOAA Fisheries West Coast Region Caption This photo shot by remote-controlled aircraft saved scientists the time and cost of capturing, immobilizing and weighing wild leopard seals. A new study found the drone photos just as effective at gauging the condition of the seals, which reflects the health of the Antarctic ecosystem. Credit NOAA Fisheries/Southwest Fisheries Science Center Usage Restrictions CREDIT: NOAA Fisheries/Southwest Fisheries Science Center License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.