Publications
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The need for accuracy in modelling: An example The need for accuracy in modelling: An example
The need for accurate information in modelling depends on the objectives of the effort, but trustworthy data are essential for a model intended for use in the management of natural resources. This point is illustrated by referring to a recently published model of canvasback ducks. We demonstrate that several key assumptions are not supported by biological evidence, and that inferences...
Authors
Douglas H. Johnson, Michael J. Conroy, James D. Nichols
Effects on wildlife of ethyl and methyl parathion applied to California rice fields Effects on wildlife of ethyl and methyl parathion applied to California rice fields
Selected rice fields on the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex were aerially sprayed one time during May or June 1982 with either ethyl (0.11 kg Al/ha) or methyl (0.84 kg AI/ha) parathion for control of tadpole shrimp, Triops longicaudatus. No sick or dead vertebrate wildlife were found or adjacent to the treated rice fields after spraying. Specimens of the following birds and...
Authors
Thomas W. Custer, Elwood F. Hill, Harry M. Ohlendorf
[Book review] Aquatic Toxicology [Book review] Aquatic Toxicology
No abstract available.
Authors
R. Eisler
[Book review] Seabirds: An Identification Guide, by Peter Harrison [Book review] Seabirds: An Identification Guide, by Peter Harrison
No abstract available.
Authors
C.S. Robbins
An overview of raptor biology and conservation in Latin America An overview of raptor biology and conservation in Latin America
Prior to the last decade, biological studies of raptorial birds in Latin America were, with a few exceptions, nonexistent. For many species all that was known was the general range and habitat type. While the logistical and political challenges are still present, the last few years has seen the opening of a door to what will almost surely be a flood of scientific investigations. From...
Authors
D. H. Ellis
The eighty-fifth Christmas bird count. 459. Ocean City, MD The eighty-fifth Christmas bird count. 459. Ocean City, MD
No abstract available.
Authors
C.S. Robbins
A review of organochlorine pesticide residues in ferruginous hawk eggs A review of organochlorine pesticide residues in ferruginous hawk eggs
Ten Ferruginous Hawk nests in northeast Oregon were studied from 1978 to 1980. Pesticide residues, eggshell thickness, and reproductive success from these nests will be reviewed. In addition, egg residues from other published studies in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere will be discussed.
Authors
Charles J. Henny
Captive breeding and management of black-footed ferrets Captive breeding and management of black-footed ferrets
No abstract available.
Authors
J. W. Carpenter
The Puerto Rican parrot and competition for its nest sites The Puerto Rican parrot and competition for its nest sites
No abstract available.
Authors
J. W. Wiley