Proceedings of Southeastern Fish and Wildlife Conference
Prior to 2013, SEAFWA published the Proceedings of annual conferences. In 2014, SEAFWA began publishing the peer-reviewed Journal of the Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.
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Prescribed winter burning is a common practice in longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) to manage for red-cockaded woodpeckers (Picoides borealis). The effect of these burns on non-target animals is not well studied. Bachman's sparrows (Aimophila aestivalis) were captured in predominantly longleaf pine stands to be burned and not to be burned at Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge (CSNWR) and the Savannah River Site (SRS), South Carolina. Sparrows were marked with radio-transmitters and monitored daily. Bradford D. Seaman, David G. Krementz
Pages 227-240 |
2000 |
During 1996 and 1997, local wildlife officers reported illegal activity indicating the need for a covert operation to be conducted in and around the Everglades City area of Collier County, Florida. Information indicated individuals in the area were taking large amounts of wildlife and fish including deer, white ibis, snook, and possibly marine sea turtles. As a result, in May 1998, Operation Alliance was born. The operation consisted of 1 covert investigator taking up permanent residence in the Everglades City area.
Pages 490-492 |
2000 |
Performance Comparison between Coppemose and Native Texas Bluegill Populations Growth, survival, and catchability of non-native coppernose bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus purpurescens) were compared to that of common bluegill (L. macrochirus) from East (Neches River system) and West (Rio Grande system) Texas populations. The 3 types of bluegills were stocked together (each identifiable by coded-wire tags) into 4 0.25- ha hatchery ponds. Bluegill types were evaluated with and without an established fish community present at age 1 and 2. Coppernose bluegill were larger (i.e., length and weight) than East or West Texas bluegills, regardles of fish community presence. John A. Prentice, J. Warren Schlechte
Pages 196-206 |
2000 |
Pages 505-507 |
2000 |
Comparisons were made on the catch rate, sizes of blue crabs (Callinectes sapidus), and bycatch taken in Mississippi Sound waters with crab traps equipped with and without a diamondback terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) excluder device from April through August 1997. The excluder device consisted of welding rods shaped into a 5 X 10 cm rectangle and fitted into the funnel entrances of a common Gulf Coast crab trap. All blue crabs taken were counted, carapace width measured (mm), and sexed. Bycatch was recorded for each sample. Kerwin J. Cuevas, Michael J. Buchanan, William S. Perret, James T. Warren
Pages 221-226 |
2000 |
Presidential Address: A Vision for Wildlife and Fish Issues in a Changing World
Pages 1-2 |
2000 |
Prevention and Intervention Strategies for Disgruntled Officers Maintaining a motivated workforce is a challenge for all organizations. Law enforcement agencies are faced with the apparent contradiction in that the factors and performance we value most in officers can utimately lead to them becoming disgruntled and malcontent. Recognition of the early indications of problems is the responsibility of administration, first-line supervision, and the officers themselves. The goal is to guide officers into a well-rounded and balanced life, which will in turn lead them to being productive and motivated for their entire career.
Pages 436-446 |
2000 |
Relationship of Blue Crab Abundance to River Discharge and Salinity The relationships between 2 environmental factors (river discharge, salinity) and blue crab (Callinectes sapidus) abundance, as measured by juvenile recruitment and commercial landings, were evaluated. Correlation coefficients were calculated between a blue crab recruitment index (Jan-Feb catch-per-unit effort of individuals <40 mm carapace width) or commercial harvest and lagged or concurrent salinity and river discharge.
Pages 213-220 |
2000 |
Relationship of Mast, Ovarian Activity, Recruitment and Deer Condition in Northeast Georgia We collected reproductive tracts from female white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) along with mast indices, deer condition data, and population parameters for a 20-year period in northeastern Georgia. The objectives were to determine what factors influenced reproduction and if ovulation incidence or mast abundance could be used to predict recruitment rate the following year. Percentage of does bred before 1 December and adult doe ovulation incidence were both associated with mast abundance. Higher ovulation incidence of adult does coincided with early breeding. David M. Carlock, Kent E. Kammermeyer
Pages 274-281 |
2000 |
Relationships of Fur Market Conditions to Texas Quail Populations Quail are declining throughout much of their range in the southeastern United States. The reason for this decline is unknown. However, the decline of fur prices during the late 1980s fueled a hypothesis that furbearer harvest has decreased, which in turn led to an increase in furbearer abundance, and a subsequent decrease in quail numbers. Nova J. Silvy, Markus J. Peterson, Jon R. Purvis, Andrew S. Bridges
Pages 266-273 |
2000 |
The availability of quality nursery habitats can be an important factor in the recuitment dynamics of littoral fish species. Eight artificial habitats composed of crushed rock substrate were established in littoral areas of an embayment of B. E. Jordan Lake, North Carolina, that historically exhibited low abundances of juvenile largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides). Response of juvenile largemouth bass to habitats was assessed by night shoreline electrofishing at treatment sites and associated controls on 4 occasions during the growing season in each of 3 years. James R. Jackson, Richard L. Noble, Elise R. Irwin, Scott L. Van Horn
Pages 46-58 |
2000 |
Small Impoundment Management in the Southeastern United States Mail questionnaires and telephone interviews were used to determine the importance of small impoundments and management strategies for small impoundments in the southeastern United States. Responses showed that small impoundments were highly valued by managing agencies in most states. Small impoundments open to the public were typically managed by state fish and wildlife agencies, whereas several agencies participated in the management of private small impoundments. John M. Mudre, Ed Steinkoenig, Michael P. Masser, Charles Cichra, Bobby Wilson, Gary Burtle
Pages 189-195 |
2000 |
Sources and Patterns of Black Bear Mortality in Louisiana Louisiana black bears (Ursus americanus luteolus) are protected under the Endangered Species Act and live in 3 isolated geographic areas thought to encompass nearly all breeding individuals for that subspecies. Management strategies to recover these bears continue to evolve without knowledge of any differences in demographic patterns among these populations. We summarized data on Louisiana black bear deaths to see if any evidence existed for differences in mortality patterns among the 3 subpopulations. Richard M. Pace, III, Donald R. Anderson, Steve Shively
Pages 365-373 |
2000 |
Space Use and Movements of Raccoons in Two Forested Ecosystems Raccoons (Procyon lotor) are important furbearers that generate considerable income and recreation across the southeastern United States. Growing concerns about impacts of raccoons on wildlife populations necessitates sound information on raccoon behavior and population dynamics. Forest management has changed throughout the southeastern United States due to increased demands for wood fiber and changing land-use objectives on public lands. Michael J. Chamberlain, Bruce D. Leopold, Kurt M. Hodges, Jason E. G. Burton
Pages 391-399 |
2000 |
Specialization Units and Natural Resource Law Enforcement Specialization is a needed law enforcement function and strategy to combat white-collar criminal activity involving natural resources. Increased state and federal management concerns of living natrual resources have led to a dramatic increase in law enforcement responsibilities. Effective enforcement of all regulations is integral to the management process to protect, conserve, and maintain sustainable levels of living natural resources. State and federal resource regulations mandate a comprehensive and specialized compliance program.
Pages 500-504 |
2000 |
We used mark-recapture methods, diet analysis, and bioenergetics modeling to assess the threat adult striped bass posed to trout stocked in the upper Chattahoochee River, Georgia. An estimated 311 (95% CI = 159-1,166) striped bass inhabited the trout waters during the summer of 1998. Their diet was dominated (numerically) by crayfish (60%) and trout (15%). Striped bass in the Chattahoochee River preyed on stocked trout and are capable of consuming 7-28% of the trout stocked annually. Brent J. Hess, Cecil A. Jennings
Pages 107-117 |
2000 |
We radiotracked 6 eastern red (Lasiurus borealis), 6 Seminole (Lasiurus seminolus), and 24 evening bats (Nycticeius humeralis) to 55, 65, and 61 day-roosts, respectively, during summers 1996 and 1997 in the Upper Coastal Plain of South Carolina. For each species, we tested for differences between used roost trees and randomly located trees. We also tested for differences between habitat characteristics surrounding roost trees and randomly located trees. M. Alex Menzel, Timothy C. Carter, W. Mark Ford, Brian R. Chapman, James Ozier
Pages 304-313 |
2000 |
Survival and Cause-specific Mortality of Raccoons on a Northern Bobwhite Management Area We estimated survival and cause-specific mortality of 59 raccoons (Procyon lotor) on a wildlife area in Mississippi which was in the early stages of an intensive land management program to enhance northern bobwhite (Colinus virginianus) habitat quality and populations. Average annual survival of radio-collared raccoons was 0.81 for males (N=47) and 0.79 for females (N=12) from March 1997 to February 1999. We detected no effect of sex, season, year, or age (P≥0.05) on survival. Chrissie M. Henner, L. Wesley Burger, Jr., Bruce D. Leopold
Pages 341-349 |
2000 |
Survival and Reproduction of Wild Turkey Broodstock Relocated to the Pineywoods of East Texas We assessed survival and reproduction of Georgia and Iowa eastern wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris) relocated to the Pineywoods of Texas. Using approximately equal numbers from each state, 12 females and 3 males were radio tagged and released at each of 4 sites in February 1994. In February 1995, 8 resident females were captured, radio tagged, and released on a disjunct study area intensively managed for wildlife. Radio tracking of the turkeys began immediately after release and continued until 30 June 1996. James R. George, R. Montague Whiting, Jr., John D. Burk
Pages 374-382 |
2000 |
Survival and Reproductive Biology of the Bachman's Sparrow We estimated breeding season survival rates and nest success for Bachman's Sparrows at the Savannah River Site, South Carolina, using radio telemetry. The 1995 breeding season (2 May-9 Aug) survival rate was 0.905 (95% C. I. 0.779-1.03) with 2 mortalities out of 20 individuals. The 1996 breeding season (10 May-25 Jul) survival rate was 0.882 (95% C. I. 0.729-1.04) with 2 mortalities out of 18 individuals. No significant differences in survival rates were detected between years, sexes, or habitat types. The overall breeding season survival rate was 0.893 (95% C. I. 0.794-0.992). Jonathan M. Stober, David G. Krementz
Pages 383-390 |
2000 |
We estimated survival rates and cause-specific mortality of radio-marked game farm (N=120), F1-wild progeny (N=120), and wild-relocated northern bobwhites (Colinus virginianus) (N=80) released on the Amelia Wildlife Management Area (WMA) during October 1998 and March 1999 using the Anchor Covey Release System™ (ACRS) and a habitat release system. Mortality of game farm and F1 bobwhites was high immediately following both releases. During fall, game farm bobwhites survived an average of 1.6 ± 0.2 days and Fl-wild progeny survived 3.3 ± 0.8 days. Michael L. Fies, Jason E. Fischer, David E. Steffen
Pages 350-364 |
2000 |
Three Decades of Managing Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, and Walleye in Meredith Reservoir, Texas Management of largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides), smallmouth bass (M. dolomieu), and walleye (Stizostedion vitreum) fisheries in Meredith Reservoir has a long history of challenges addressed by fisheries managers including dramatic water level changes and habitat loss, changes in sampling gear and sampling protocols, changing angler concerns, and limited information. Management philosophy changed from a period of liberal harvest regulations designed to promote maximum harvest to one of more restrictive regulations designed to optimize both fish populations and angler success. Joseph E. Kraai, Charles R. Munger
Pages 3-17 |
2000 |
Use of Shadow Bass Stock Characteristics to Evaluate Natural and Scenic Waterways in Mississippi Shadow bass (Ambloplites ariommus) stocks were characterized in the Yockanookany and upper Pearl Rivers (1994-1996) to determine if this relatively uncommon fish could be used to evaluate streams for inclusion in the Mississippi Natural and Scenic Waterways System. Habitat influences (e.g., negative effects of channelization) on shadow bass were best reflected in stock characteristics that need considerable data and laboratory work (i.e., age and growth studies, condition factor analysis). John F. Mareska, Donald C. Jackson
Pages 167-178 |
2000 |
Wildlife Crime Watch a Partnership for Wildlife, the Environment, Property and People Wildlife Crime Watch is a program based on the successful “Neighborhood Watch.” The objective is to develop a close working partnership with citizens within their communities. This program is an agency-wide effort, not just law enforcement, to involve people in the protection and development of wildlife, the environment, property, and people. By utilizing traditional crime prevention strategies/training we attempt to involve individuals within a community who are not normally interested in wildlife and environmental issues.
Pages 447-452 |
2000 |
The effects of 2 years post-treatment of group selection and 2-aged timber harvests on woodland salamanders and mammals were assessed on stands in high elevation, southern Appalachian northern red oak (Quercus rubra)-flame azalea (Rhododendron calendulaceum) communities, in the Nantahala National Forest. We collected 4 salamander species and 10 small mammal species. We detected no difference in woodland salamander relative abundance between timber harvests and uncut (control) stands. W. Mark Ford, Michael A. Menzel, Timothy S. McCay, Jonathan W. Gassett, Joshua Laerm
Pages 241-250 |
2000 |
Minimum size limits of 279, 305, and 330 mm total lengths (TL) were evaluated using Beverton-Holt yield modeling for the largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) population in Lucchetti Reservoir, Puerto Rico. Growth, estimated from micro-tagged fish, was faster until maturity compared to the populations in the contiguous United States. The von Bertalanffy growth coefficient (k) was 1.44 with L∞ estimated at 404.4 mm TL. Survival rates for adult largemouth bass (>250 mmTL), calculated from mark-recapture studies, were estimated to be 40% for 1998 and 30% for 1999.
Pages 59-69 |
2000 |
Morphometrics and Movement Patterns of Coyote-like Canids in a Southwest Louisiana Marsh Complex We examined relative body size and space use patterns of free-ranging coyote (Canis latrans)-like canids occupying a marsh complex known to have been one of the last refuges of red wolves (Canis rufus). Morphometric analysis indicated that these animals were larger than other Louisiana coyotes, but smaller than red wolves. We radio-tagged 25 (13 male and 12 female) animals during January-August 1996 and January-April 1997 at Sabine National wildlife Refuge, Cameron Parish, Louisiana. Mark R. Giordano, Richard M. Pace, III
Pages 424-435 |
2000 |
Food Habits of Flathead Catfish in the Altamaha River System, Georgia The food habits of flathead catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) in the Altamaha River system, Georgia were determined by examining the contents of 866 flathead catfish stomachs from the Altamaha and Ocmulgee rivers during the summer of 1997. Stomach contents were analyzed by frequency of occurrence, percent composition by weight, and percent composition by number. Dominant prey items consumed were centrarchids, ictalurids, and invertebrates. Invertebrates were the most prevalent diet item by number and weight consumed by flathead catfish <30l mm. Robert R. Weller, Craig Robbins
Pages 35-41 |
1999 |
Flood and Debris-flow Effects on Virginia Brook Trout Populations Streams and rivers in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia provide an excellent cold water resource and have historically supported exceptional wild trout populations. In June 1995, a flood of greater than 500-year recurrence interval created a unique opportunity to assess the impact on trout populations within 3 rivers of the Shenandoah National Park (SNP). Debris flows impacted the lower one- to two-thirds of the Rapidan, Staunton, and North Fork Moormans rivers, either extirpating or greatly depressing trout populations. Price P. Smith, James B. Atkinson
Pages 90-99 |
1999 |
Food Habits of Bowfin in the Black and Lumber Rivers, North Carolina We examined food habits of bowfin (Amia calva), in the Black and Lumber rivers, North Carolina. Stomachs from 192 Black River bowfin and 175 Lumber River bowfin were analyzed to determine frequency of occurrence and percent by number and weight of individual food items consumed from 1994 to 1997. Crustaceans [primarily crayfish (Astacidae) and grass shrimp (Palaemonidae)] were the dominant food item consumed by bowfin in both rivers. They occurred, on average, in 79% of Black River bowfin stomachs containing food and accounted for 65% by number and 53% by weight of all food items consumed. Keith W. Ashley, Robert T. Rachels
Pages 50-60 |
1999 |
Fish and Wildlife Management in the New Millennium: Perspective from The Wildlife Society
Pages 8-14 |
1999 |
Fish and Wildlife Management in the New Millennium: Perspective from Federal Resource Agencies
Pages 4-7 |
1999 |
Exploitation of Crappie by Contest Anglers on Lake Texoma, Texas-Oklahoma Contest angler exploitation rates for crappie (Pomoxis spp.) ≥254 mm total length (TL) were estimated for Lake Texoma, Texas-Oklahoma, from tags returned by anglers fishing in Crappiethon USA contests in 1994 and 1995. Unadjusted contest angler exploitation was 27% in 1994 and 23% in 1995. Exploitation rates were adjusted for handling and tagging mortality and tag retention. Non-reporting was assumed to be 0%. Handling and tagging mortality rate estimates were 22% in 1994 and 10% in 1995. Tag loss for both years was calculated at 14%. Bruce T. Hysmith, John H. Moczygemba
Pages 73-79 |
1999 |
Evidence of Striped Bass Spawning in the Upper Coosa River Basin, Georgia Striped bass have been stocked into the Upper Coosa River Basin (Alabama and Georgia) since the 1970s. The increased presence of small striped bass within these waters in recent years suggested the possibility of a resident spawning population. Ichthyoplankton samples were collected once or twice per week from April to June 1997 and 1998 from sample sites in the tributaries of the Coosa River above Weiss Reservoir. Fertilized striped bass eggs were collected from the Oostanaula River during both years and the Conasauga River in 1998 (the only year sampled). William T. Davin, Jr., Jodi Hodges, Christina Hoffman
Pages 170-179 |
1999 |
Evaluating 2 Potential Limiting Factors for Relocated Turkeys in Texas Relocated eastern wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris) have been increasing in northern Post Oak Savannah (POS) of Texas. However, it has been difficult to establish populations in the southern POS where mortality is high and reproductive success low. It has been proposed that high spring precipitation and high carnivore numbers account for poor population viability in the southern POS. We found that spring precipitation (1994-1995 nesting seasons) was not above the historic average (1950-1993), nor did unusually high rainfall events occur. Roel R. Lopez, James H. Yantis, Markus J. Peterson, Charles K. Feuerbacher, Nova J. Silvy
Pages 305-312 |
1999 |
Eradicating Tall Fescue Using Glyphosate followed by Cool-season Grass Seedings Tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea) grasslands do not provide quality habitat for northern bobwhite quail (Colinus virginianus). Converting tall fescue fields to other cool-season grasses and legumes (CSG) may provide more favorable wildlife habitat. We evaluated the effectiveness of spring and fall pre-emergence Round-Up PRO” applications with and without prescribed burns for eradicating tall fescue and establishing CSGs. Two tall fescue fields were located in western Kentucky. Brian E. Washburn, Thomas G. Barnes, Jeffrey D. Sole, Richard Hines
Pages 270-281 |
1999 |
Environmental Law Enforcement in Georgia As the environment continues to change, so does conservation law enforcement. Today's conservation ranger has a diversified list of duties and serves more than just the hunter and fisher. In order to protect the environment, enforceable environmental laws are necessary to insure the safety of the habitat which we share with our wildlife. Georgia's Waste Control Law, Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA) 16-7- 50 (5 Apr 1993), gave Georgia's 40,000 law enforcement officers statutes to meet this need.
Pages 476-479 |
1999 |
Effects of Seismic Operations on Louisiana's Nesting Bald Eagles Schlumburger Geco-Prakla (SGP) conducted seismic operations in St. Mary and Terrebonne parishes of Louisiana, between October 1997 and March 1998. This area is located on the marsh-swamp interface and contains approximately 40% of the state's nesting bald eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus). The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service used spatial buffer zones with a 460-m radius to protect all eagle nests located on properties of the SGP seismic operations. Jeb T. Linscombe, Thomas J. Hess, Jr., Vernon L. Wright
Pages 235-242 |
1999 |
To facilitate recovery of the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker (RCW), management priorities and practices on >800,000 ha of Forest Service land in the Southeastern United States have been realigned to restore the pine-grassland system to which the RCW is adapted. Management regimes for RCW involve fire and mechanical suppression of hardwood understory and midstory. As such, RCW management practices might be expected to alter plant communities and associated wildlife populations. Jacob L. Bowman, Douglas R. Wood, Francisco J. Vilella, Bruce D. Leopold, L. Wesley Burger, Jr, K. David Godwin
Pages 220-234 |
1999 |
Effect of Harvest on Previously Unexploited Populations of Fox and Gray Squirrels Effect of exploitation on sympatric southern squirrel populations has not been documented. Additionally, opportunities to study effects of harvest on unexploited populations are rare. Consequently, we investigated the effect of exploitation on a previously unharvested population of fox (Sciurus niger) and gray squirrels (S. carolinensis) on Twin Oaks Wildlife Management Area, Mississippi, from 1993-1998. We annually collected age, body morphometrics, color, sex, and species composition of harvested squirrels at voluntary check stations. Jacob L. Bowman, Bobby T. Bond, Bruce D. Leopold, Michael J. Chamberlain, Jason M. Ross
Pages 282-295 |
1999 |
Demographics of the Gulf Coast Subpopulation of Mid-continent Sandhill Cranes Current recommendations for subpopulation management for mid-continent sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis) are based on tentative evidence that suggests geographic separation of crane concentrations during migration and winter and possible variation in demographic characteristics between these groups. We determined distribution, abundance, subspecific composition, and annual recruitment of the Gulf Coast subpopulation of mid-continent sandhill cranes because little information was available on most demographic characteristics of this subpopulation. Bart. M. Ballard, James D. Ray, Jay A. Roberson, Jonathan E. Thompson, M. Todd Merendino, Thomas C. Tacha
Pages 449-463 |
1999 |
A Comparison of Attractants Used for Carnivore Track Surveys Scent-station surveys have been used to examine trends in felid and canid abundance throughout the Southeast. Scent station methods have been developed on the presumption that canids rely on olfactory stimuli and that bobcats (Lynx rufus) rely on sight and auditory stimuli. No studies have quantified the effects of various olfactory, auditory, and visual stimuli on scent-station visitation by bobcats and canids; however, such information could improve the effectiveness and ability of scent-station surveys. Michael J. Chamberlain, Jeffrey W. Mangrum, Bruce D. Leopold, Edward P. Hill
Pages 296-304 |
1999 |
Alternative Methods to Predict Fish Proximate Composition We used a multiple linear regression approach to develop models predicting water, protein, and lipid content of bluegills (Lepomis macrochirus) under 4 measurement approaches varying in terms of time and money. Inputs were length, weight, relative weight, total body electrical conductivity, and water. Models predicting water and protein weights were very accurate (<5% mean error). No regression predicting lipid weight was accurate enough to be used as a predictor (>37% mean error). We then attempted to reduce inaccuracy by standardizing lipid weight 4 ways. Timothy Copeland, John J. Ney, Brian R. Murphy
Pages 110-118 |
1999 |
Angler exploitation, sex and size selection, temporal and spatial capture patterns, and angling mortality were determined in 1996 and 1997 for largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides), spotted bass (M. punctulatus) in Norris Reservoir, Tennessee. Adjusted annual angler exploitation was 20% (± 4) for 1996-tagged largemouth bass and 14% (±4) for 1997-tagged largemouth bass. Adjusted annual angler catch was 47% (±8) for 1996-tagged fish and 34% (±7) for 1997-tagged fish. No significant differences (P>0.05) were detected between years for either exploitation or catch. Christopher J. O'Bara, Charlotte E. McCracken, Douglas C. Peterson
Pages 150-161 |
1999 |
Although surface mining may affect wildlife communities adversely, the degree of impact depends upon the extent of mining activity and the reclamation efforts employed. We compared breeding bird and small mammal communities on sites of different successional stages in 1995 and 1996 to evaluate the wildlife value of the reclamation prescriptions currently used on kaolin surface mines in east-central Georgia. Sites were grouped according to tree ages during the first year of the study (age class I, 2-4 years; age class II, 5-7 years; and age class III, 8-11 years). Kendall W. Cochran, Brian R. Chapman, Karl V. Miller, Sara H. Schweitzer
Pages 464-475 |
1999 |
Changes in Crappie Population Structure Following Restrictive Harvest Regulations Crappie Pomoxis spp. population structure on Arbuckle Reservoir was monitored from 1984-1997 using fall trap-net samples. A creel survey was conducted from 1985-1995. A 254-mm length limit/15-fish daily creel regulation was placed on the lake 1 January 1993. Prior to the length limit, the population was characterized as fast-growing and short-lived. Angler harvest steadily increased after the length limit and in the final year of the creel survey, yield (kg/ha) was higher than in 5 of the 8 years data were collected prior to the length limit. Angler acceptance of the length limit was high.
Pages 80-90 |
1999 |
Characteristics of Wild Turkey Hunters in Texas To determine the characteristics of wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo) hunters in Texas, and their attitudes and preferences concerning turkey hunting and management, we developed and mailed a self-administered questionnaire to a sample of licensed turkey hunters in Texas and members of the Texas Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF). We sampled 3,500 turkey stamp purchasers and 2,345 members of the Texas Chapter of the NWTF. We received questionnaires from 1,300 (37%) of the turkey stamp purchasers and 748 (32%) of the members of the Texas Chapter of the NWTF. Denise Harmel-Garza, Clark E. Adams, John K. Thomas, Markus J. Peterson
Pages 390-401 |
1999 |
Dietary Patterns of Sympatric Bobcats and Coyotes in Central Mississippi Bobcats (Lynx rufus) and coyotes (Canis latrans) are sympatric in many areas; however, this sympatry has evolved relatively recently in the southeastern United States with coyote range expansion. Where the 2 species are sympatric, habitat selection and diets of bobcats and coyotes may overlap. Knowledge of seasonal variation in prey selection is required to assess interspecific competition and understand factors facilitating coexistence between sympatric species, yet long-term (>5 years) information on sympatric diets is unavailable. Michael J. Chamberlain, Bruce D. Leopold
Pages 204-219 |
1999 |
Distribution and Habitat of Appalachian Cottontails in Kentucky Of 550 rabbit heads collected from 35 counties in central and eastern Kentucky, 73 (13.3%) were identified as Appalachian cottontails (Sylvilagus obscurus). These collections document the Appalachian cottontail in 20 counties covering a large part of Kentucky and suggest Appalachian cottontails exist throughout the Cumberland Mountains and Cumberland Plateau of the Eastern Coal Field and in portions of the Outer Bluegrass and Knobs physiographic regions. Appalachian cottontails and eastern cottontails (S. floridanus) often were found living sympatrically in early-successional forests.
Pages 444-448 |
1999 |
Dispersal of Black Bass following Tournament Release in an Oklahoma Reservoir Largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) were tagged and released following a series of weekly tournaments at Lake Thunderbird, Oklahoma, in 1993. Forty-nine percent of the 176 fish recaptured in 1993 were caught within 0.8 km of the release sight and 64% were caught within a 1.6-km radius. Dispersal during the second year was slightly greater with 35% of the 56 recaptured bass coming from within 0.8 km and 46% from 1.6 km of the release site. The maximum distance from the release site that a tagged fish was recaptured was 12 km with a median distance of 1.6 km after 18 months.
Pages 144-149 |
1999 |