Publications
USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center staff publish results of their research in USGS series reports and in peer-reviewed journals. Publication links are below. Information on all USGS publications can be found at the USGS Publications Warehouse.
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Potential effects of anthropogenic greenhouse gases on avian habitats and populations in the northern Great Plains Potential effects of anthropogenic greenhouse gases on avian habitats and populations in the northern Great Plains
Biotic response to the buildup of greenhouse gases in Earth's atmosphere is considerably more complex than an adjustment to changing temperature and precipitation. The fertilization effect carbon dioxide has on some plants, the impact UVB radiation has on health and productivity of organisms, and the resulting changes in competitive balance and trophic structure must also be considered...
Authors
Diane L. Larson
Early history of the North Dakota Natural Science Society Early history of the North Dakota Natural Science Society
Abstract has not been submitted
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J. T. Lokemoen
A glossary for avian conservation biology A glossary for avian conservation biology
This glossary provides standard definitions for many of the terms used in avian conservation biology. We compiled these definitions to assist communication among researchers, managers, and others involved in the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Program, also known as Partners in Flight. We used existing glossaries and recent literature to prepare this glossary. The cited sources...
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Rolf R. Koford, J.B. Dunning, C. A. Ribic, D.M. Finch
Bird censuses 126-131: Kentucky bluegrass prairie and mixed prairies I-V Bird censuses 126-131: Kentucky bluegrass prairie and mixed prairies I-V
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Douglas H. Johnson, M.D. Schwartz
Locating and managing peninsulas for nesting ducks Locating and managing peninsulas for nesting ducks
The purpose of this extension bulletin is to guide the management of nesting ducks on peninsulas on public and private lands. Managing peninsulas for ducks is a relatively new strategy that was developed in the grassland region of western North America. Information contained in this bulletin is primarily from studies conducted by biologists working at the Northern Prairie Wildlife...
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J. T. Lokemoen, T.A. Messmer
Geographic information systems Geographic information systems
No abstract available.
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G.T. Koeln, L.M. Cowardin, L.L. Strong
The importance of fluvial hydraulics to fish-habitat restoration in low-gradient alluvial streams The importance of fluvial hydraulics to fish-habitat restoration in low-gradient alluvial streams
1. A major cause of degradation and loss of stream fish is alteration of physical habitat within and adjacent to the channel. We describe a potentially efficient approach to fish restoration based upon the relationship between fluvial hydraulics, geomorphology, and those habitats important to fish.2. The aquatic habitat in a low-gradient, alluvial stream in the Ozark Plateaus...
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Charles F. Rabeni, Robert B. Jacobson
Life history traits and habitat needs of the redhead Life history traits and habitat needs of the redhead
Redheads are one of five common diving duck species in North America. They are in the same taxonomic group as the pochards or bay ducks and are most similar in appearance and behavior to the canvasback. Smaller body size, late breeding, wintering in southern areas, and tolerance to salt in winter and in breeding areas differentiate the redhead from the canvasback and suggest an...
Authors
Christine M. Custer
Duck nest success on Conservation Reserve Program fields Duck nest success on Conservation Reserve Program fields
No abstract available.
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H.A. Kantrud
Increasing waterfowl nesting success on islands and peninsulas Increasing waterfowl nesting success on islands and peninsulas
Waterfowl that nest in uplands in the prairie pothole region have had low recruitment rates in recent decades, primarily because of predation. The loss of breeding waterfowl and their progeny has generated interest in management techniques that safeguard incubating hens and their eggs. Developing islands and peninsulas for nesting waterfowl has potential because these sites are naturally
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J. T. Lokemoen
Geomorphic and hydraulic influences on the abundance and distribution of stream centrarchids in Ozark U.S.A. streams Geomorphic and hydraulic influences on the abundance and distribution of stream centrarchids in Ozark U.S.A. streams
Abstract has not been submitted
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C.F. Rabeni, R. B. Jacobson
Predators and prairie ducks Predators and prairie ducks
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A.B. Sargeant, M.A. Sovada