Scientists believe in an incredible and simple solution for bird collisions into wind turbines, painting one blade black. Photo Credits: Martin Pettitt William Hodos first researched preventative measures for bird collisions in 2003 . Hodos believes the primary reason birds collide with turbines is because of motion smear. Motion smear is when objects become less visible with rapid speed. The study uses multiple different patterns on turbine blades and tested birds’ reaction