Albuquerque, New Mexico - Researchers have created drones made from dead ducks and pigeons, and the scientific marvels are said to be almost indistinguishable from living birds!

The creatures, which consist of the body parts of real ducks and pigeons, can convincingly fly and swim like their living counterparts.

The drones were developed by scientists at the research university New Mexico Tech and were recently presented to the general public, reports the New York Post.

The researchers are already talking about "a new era in bioinspired engineering" and are convinced that their creations pave the way for "versatile, low-impact drones that harmonize with nature."

Cats Grinchy cat "hates Christmas" – as this viral video shows!

Dr. Mostafa Hassanalian, who is leading the project, emphasizes that it is now possible to imitate the natural flight patterns and behavior of real birds.

The researcher categorically rules out using them for espionage purposes but hopes that his creatures will one day be used to monitor wildlife or protect airports from bird strikes.

"No real birds were physically harmed in the making of the drones, and we do not intend to do this at all," Hassanalian said.

"We have only used the feathers and taxidermy birds that are available in the market and have worked with local taxidermy artists," he added.

Initial tests with the undead birds have been promising, with footage showing them swimming in the water and flapping their wings.

Although it has not yet been possible to integrate the creatures into a real flock of birds, the researchers are working on it!