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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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Little brown birds are number one Little brown birds are number one
Abstract has not been submitted
Authors
J. T. Lokemoen
Use of Landsat data to assess waterfowl habitat quality Use of Landsat data to assess waterfowl habitat quality
This report is a discussion of the feasibility of using Landsat data to generate information of value for effective management of migratory waterfowl. Effective management of waterfowl includes regulating waterfowl populations through hunting regulations and habitat management. This report examines the ability to analyze annual production by monitoring the number of breeding and brood...
Authors
J.E. Colwell, D.S. Gilmer, E.A. Work, D. Rebel
Waterfowl nesting on small man-made islands in prairie wetlands Waterfowl nesting on small man-made islands in prairie wetlands
Small islands constructed in prairie wetlands were attractive nesting sites for mallards (Anas platyrhynchos) and Canada geese (Branta canadensis). Nest densities of mallards on islands averaged 135 per ha compared to 0.03 per ha on adjacent upland habitats. Construction time averaged 2 hours per island and cost $50. No maintenance was required during the first 10 years.
Authors
R.F. Johnson, R.O. Woodward, L.M. Kirsch
The composition and seasonal variation of bird losses at a tall tower in southeastern North Dakota The composition and seasonal variation of bird losses at a tall tower in southeastern North Dakota
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Authors
M.L. Avery, P. F. Springer, J.F. Cassel
Habitat use by prairie raccoons during the waterfowl breeding season Habitat use by prairie raccoons during the waterfowl breeding season
Mobility and habitat use of raccoons (Procyon lotor) in an intensively farmed area of the prairie pothole region were studied during the waterfowl breeding seasons (April-July) of 1973-75. Over 5700 locations of 30 raccoons were analyzed. Movement patterns varied with sex, age, and reproductive status. Adult males moved regularly throughout slightly overlapping ranges that averaged 2560...
Authors
E.K. Fritzell
Changes in submerged aquatic macrophyte populations at the head of Chesapeake Bay, 1958-1975 Changes in submerged aquatic macrophyte populations at the head of Chesapeake Bay, 1958-1975
Submerged aquatic plant populations in the Susquehanna Flats of the Chesapeake Bay were followed for 18 years. An exotic species, eurasian water milfoil, Myriophyllum spicatum, increased dramatically from 1958 to 1962; at the same time the dominant native species declined. After 1962, milfoil populations declined and the native rooted aquatics gradually began to return to their former...
Authors
S. Bayley, Vernon D. Stotts, P. F. Springer, J. Steenis
Breeding bird populations of selected semipermanent wetlands in south-central North Dakota--1977 Breeding bird populations of selected semipermanent wetlands in south-central North Dakota--1977
Abstract has not been submitted
Authors
Gary L. Krapu, R.K. Green
Leech parasitism of waterfowl in North America Leech parasitism of waterfowl in North America
Leech parasitism of waterfowl is widespread in North America. Twenty species of ducks, geese, and swans have been infested by leeches, particularly Theromyzon rude and Placobdella ornata. Sites of attachment include the eyes, nasal passages, and body. Information is lacking on the biology and ecology of duck leeches. Their significance as morbidity and mortality factors and their...
Authors
David L. Trauger, James C. Bartonek
Dissolution of raccoon sibling bonds Dissolution of raccoon sibling bonds
No abstract available.
Authors
E.K. Fritzell
Evaluation of a nasal marker for ducks Evaluation of a nasal marker for ducks
Abstract has not been submitted
Authors
R. J. Greenwood
Post-breeding activities of mallards and wood ducks in north-central Minnesota Post-breeding activities of mallards and wood ducks in north-central Minnesota
We used radio telemetry to monitor the post-breeding activities of 129 mallards (Anas platyrhynchos) and 118 wood ducks (Aix sponsa) on a 932-km2 area in north-central Minnesota from 1968 to 1974. Upon completion of breeding activities and before the flightless period, all mallard drakes departed the area; this exodus peaked during early June. Of the non-brood hens 8 of 23 remained on...
Authors
D.S. Gilmer, R.E. Kirby, I.J. Ball, J. H. Riechmann