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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Travis R. Ingram, Josh E. Tannehill, Jeff J. Isely
Pages 212- |
2009 |
Determining the Upper Thermal Tolerance of Juvenile Lake Sturgeon by Two Different Heating Regimes Sarah McGaughey, Alexandra Levesque, Bill Davin
Pages 213- |
2009 |
Pages 214- |
2009 |
Recent Improvements in the Channel Catfish x Blue Catfish F1 Hybrid Catfish Production
Pages 215- |
2009 |
Importance of River-floodplain Connections for Sympatric Gar Species in a Temperate Floodplain River
Pages 216- |
2009 |
Rachel A. Mair, Catherine M. Gatenby, Richard J. Neves
Pages 217- |
2009 |
Frank M. Panek, Christine L. Densmore
Pages 218- |
2009 |
A Conservation Strategy for Rafinesque's Big-Eared Bats and Southeastern Myotis Mylea L. Bayless, Mary Kay Clark
Pages 219- |
2009 |
White-nose Syndrome: How Southern States can be Prepared
Pages 220- |
2009 |
Genetic Analysis of Population Dynamics of the Southeastern Coyote Dalinda L. Dennis, James B. Armstrong, Wendy M. Arjo, Antoinette J. Piaggio
Pages 221- |
2009 |
Top Contributors to Understory Plant Biomass in Intensively-managed Pine of East-central Mississippi R. B. Iglay, D. A. Miller, B. D. Leopold, L. W. Burger, Jr.
Pages 222- |
2009 |
Trends in White-tailed Deer Hunting Effort and Harvest by Mississippi Resident Hunters (1980-2008) Vanessa C. Oquendo, Kevin M. Hunt, Steve Demarais
Pages 223- |
2009 |
Matthew D. Palumbo, Francisco J. Vilella, Bronson Strickland, Guiming Wang, Dave Godwin
Pages 224- |
2009 |
Developing Models to Monitor Ecological Restoration in Hardwood Bottomlands Elizabeth A. Summers, Matthew J. Gray
Pages 225- |
2009 |
Terry Adam Tullos, Walter Daryl Jones, Bruce David Leopold
Pages 226- |
2009 |
Effects of Various Approaches to Quality Deer Management on White-tailed Deer Harvest Quality deer management (QDM) is increasingly promoted and practiced throughout the range of white-tailed deer Odocoileus virginianus. However, published data evaluating the effects of this management strategy are few. We compared harvest characteristics of one private property (Ames Plantation) and three Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) in Tennessee before and after implementation of selective harvest restrictions and recommendations to determine effects on buck harvest rates as well as harvest age structure and sex ratio. Christopher E. Shaw, Craig A. Harper
Pages 1-6 |
2008 |
Food Habits of Hunter Collected Northern Bobwhite Quail in South Texas We investigated the feeding habits of wild northern bobwhites (Colinus virginianus) harvested from the Chaparral Wildlife Management Area in south Texas in October 2004 and January 2005. The contents of 200 crops were dried, sorted, and weighed to the nearest 0.0001 g. Percent dry weight was used to assess differences among season harvested, sex, and age. About 76% of the fall diet consisted of seeds, with 64 plant species represented. Croton (Croton spp.), woolly croton (Croton capitatus), and bristlegrass (Setaria sp.) composed greater than 50% by weight of seeds found in the fall diet. Rachel E. Barlow, Thomas R. Simpson, John T. Baccus
Pages 7-11 |
2008 |
Avian Nest Success in Growing and Dormant Season Burned Pine Forests of Georgia Prescribed fire is a commonly used land management tool in pine (Pinus spp.) forests of the southeastern United States to control understory vegetation and enhance wildlife habitat for early successional species, but its effects on the nesting success of understory and ground-nesting songbirds are not well understood. Mark A. Howell, James A. Martin, T. Gregory King, Brian R. Chapman, Karl V. Miller
Pages 12-16 |
2008 |
Feral Pig Detectability with Game Cameras The use of game cameras for surveying and estimating populations of large mammals has become increasingly popular over the past two decades; however, few studies have examined logistics or patterns of animal detection using cameras. We monitored feral pigs (Sus scrofa) for seven consecutive 24-hour periods at 73 pre-baited camera sites on Fort Benning, Georgia, to determine the minimum length of time cameras must be deployed to attain sufficient detection probabilities for three classes of pigs (adult sows, adult boars, and juveniles). Robert W. Holtfreter, Brian L. Williams, Stephen S. Ditchkoff, James B. Grand
Pages 17-21 |
2008 |
Cryptozoology: A Case Study using Molecular Markers to Identify Cryptic Species A rancher near Hebbronville, Texas, recently discovered that an unknown large animal had attempted to gain access to a metal outbuilding on the ranch. The metal was torn and completely bitten through in several places. Because of the strength required to inflict this damage, a large animal, such as a mountain lion (Puma concolor) or black bear (Ursus americanus), were suspects. However, insufficient evidence was available to conclusively identify the culprit. We extracted DNA from hairs found at the scene and amplified a portion of the mtDNA control region. Johanna Delgado-Acevedo, Angeline Zamorano, Randy W. DeYoung, Fred C. Bryant
Pages 22-24 |
2008 |
Survival and Movements of Translocated White-tailed Deer in South Texas In south Texas, white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) translocations have become a common technique for non-lethal means of deer removal with the implementation of a Trap, Transport, and Transplant (TTT) permit program. However, the effectiveness of TTT as a management tool has not been evaluated. We monitored survival, movements, and body condition of 51 adult white-tailed deer from two translocations to two 2,000-ha south Texas properties, one of which was partially enclosed by a 2.5-m net-wire fence. Aaron M. Foley, Brent Pierce, David G. Hewitt, Randy W. DeYoung, Tyler A. Campbell, Mickey W. Hellickson, Justin Feild, Scott Mitchell, Mitch A. Lockwood, Karl V. Miller
Pages 25-30 |
2008 |
Wounding Rates of White-tailed Deer with Modern Archery Equipment We determined wounding rates of white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) by bowhunters using modern (compound bow and crossbow) archery equipment. Our study relied on daily reports submitted by bowhunters who participated in managed hunts at the Naval Support Facility Indian Head at Indian Head, Maryland. Bowhunters were required to pass the International Bowhunter Education Program and an annual pre-season shooting proficiency test. M. Andy Pedersen, Seth M. Berry, Jeffery C. Bossart
Pages 31-34 |
2008 |
Mass Estimation of White-tailed Deer in Southern Texas Predictive equations based on various body measurements have provided wildlife managers with practical and reliable estimates of deer mass, but have not been reported for white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) in the Western Rio Grande Plain region of Texas, nor for male white-tailed deer in Texas. To address this need, we assessed relationships among live mass and dressed mass, chest girth, shoulder height, hoof length and width, and gross Boone and Crockett Club (BCC) score. Mickey W. Hellickson, Karl V. Miller, Charles A. DeYoung, R. Larry Marchinton, Stuart W. Stedman, Robert E. Hall
Pages 35-39 |
2008 |
Physical Characteristics for Age Estimation of Male White-tailed Deer in Southern Texas Criteria for visually estimating age of live white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) in the field are becoming more important as the popularity of non-traditional deer management programs increase. Mickey W. Hellickson, Karl V. Miller, Charles A. DeYoung, R. Larry Marchinton, Stuart W. Stedman, Robert E. Hall
Pages 40-45 |
2008 |
Cover Selection by Northern Bobwhites and Hunters on a Public-hunting Area Strength of the correlation between cover selection indices for hunters and quarry may provide information for improving hunter satisfaction and managing hunting pressure. Using radiotelemetry, we studied northern bobwhite (Colinus virginianus) cover selection on the Packsaddle Wildlife Management Area in western Oklahoma, during Oct-Feb periods beginning in 1991-92 and extending through 2001-02. Hunter locations were recorded by Global Position System (GPS) units for the 2004-05 and 2005-06 hunting seasons to determine hunter cover selection. Joshua L. Richardson, Fred S. Guthery, Stephen J. DeMaso, Alan D. Peoples
Pages 46-50 |
2008 |
Ruffed Grouse Survival and Population Structure in Western North Carolina Sound management of ruffed grouse (Bonasa umbellus) populations requires an understanding of survival and cause-specific mortality; however, these parameters have not been investigated at the southern extent of the species' range. Ruffed grouse were studied in the mountains of western North Carolina. Grouse (n = 276) were radiotagged and monitored >3 times/week. Mean annual survival was greater than reports from the northern core of the species' range. Seasonal survival was greatest in summer, followed by fall, winter, and spring. Benjamin C. Jones, Carrie L. Dobey, Jennifer L. Kleitch, Craig A. Harper, David A. Buehler, William G. Minser III, Gordon S. Warburton
Pages 51-57 |
2008 |
Nesting Habitat of White-winged Doves in Urban Environments of Southern Texas Changes in white-winged dove (Zenaida asiatica) distribution and habitat use have occurred in Texas since the 1940s. Breeding populations are now common in urban areas throughout Texas. These changes have resulted in unique challenges for monitoring populations in urban environments because of factors such as traffic, construction, and residential development. Delineating potential breeding habitat within urban areas may make surveys more efficient. Our objectives were to examine nest tree selection and identify habitat attributes associated with urban populations of white-winged doves. Jeff B. Breeden, Fidel Hernandez, Nova J. Silvy, Fred E. Smeins, Jay A. Roberson
Pages 58-63 |
2008 |
Estimating Bobcat Abundance in East Texas Using Infrared-triggered Cameras Reliable population estimation techniques for cryptic forest predators generally are lacking. Development of an efficient and reliable technique to estimate predator abundance directly would be a valuable tool for wildlife managers concerned with predator management. We evaluated the potential for camera survey techniques to provide abundance estimates for bobcats (Lynx rufus) in southeastern forest habitats. We also determined our ability to capture other forest carnivores photographically using these techniques. Matthew E. Symmank, Christopher E. Comer, James C. Kroll
Pages 64-69 |
2008 |
Spatial Ecology and Survival of Male Wild Turkeys in a Bottomland Hardwood Forest Eastern wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris) ecology in bottomland hardwood forests remains poorly understood. Specifically, managers lack basic information on spatial ecology and survival of males in these forests. Space use is an important tool to determine areas of extensive or non-use, and these areas may provide insight to managing quality habitats for turkeys. Blake A. Grisham, Michael J. Chamberlain, Frederick G. Kimmel
Pages 70-76 |
2008 |
Is Spring Wild Turkey Gobbler Harvest Additive or Compensatory? We compared survival rates of eastern wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo sylvestris) gobblers in hunted (Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological reserve [CWMA]) and unhunted (Savannah River Site [SRS]) populations in South Carolina to assess impact of spring gobbler-only hunts. Annual survival rate of gobblers on SRS (0.71) was greater (χ2 = 5.11; df = 1; P = 0.02) than that of gobblers on CWMA (0.54). Our results indicate that spring gobbler harvests constitute additive mortality to turkey populations. David C. Guynn, Jr., James R. Davis, John C. Kilgo, William F. Moore
Pages 77-81 |
2008 |
Habitat Use of Female Northern Pintails in the Playa Lakes Region of Texas Playas and other wetlands of the High Plains provide important winter and migration habitats for the continental population of northern pintail (Anas acuta). Factors hypothesized to influence habitat use by pintails in the Playa Lakes Region of Texas (PLR) include wetland type, annual rainfall, and natural and anthropogenic disturbance. We assessed patterns of habitat use for 133 and 164 radio-tagged female pintails 23 October 2002-18 February 2003 and 10 October 2003-18 February 2004, respectively, in the PLR.
Pages 82-87 |
2008 |
Monitoring Habitat Use by Male Mute Swans in the Chesapeake Bay We tracked male mute swans (Cygnus olor) (n = 2) in 2002 and in 2003 (n = 3) using Global Positioning System (GPS) in a 217,500-ha area of the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland. We quantified habitat use among four habitat categories (submerged aquatic vegetation, open water, shoreline, and upland) and between diurnal and nocturnal periods. Swans did not use habitats in proportion to their availability; they consistently used upland less often than what was available within their home ranges. Christine M. Sousa, Richard A. Malecki, Arthur J. Lembo, Jr., Larry J. Hindman
Pages 88-93 |
2008 |
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Inland and Coastal Fisheries Divisions have maintained a cooperative stocking program for marine red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus) in six freshwater power plant reservoirs since the early 1980s. We used experimental fish enclosures to analyze the effects of acclimation time (2.5 h vs. 5.0 h) and stocking season (summer vs. fall) on post stocking survival of red drum fingerlings in two of these power plant reservoirs. Michael S. Baird, Robert K. Betsill
Pages 94-98 |
2008 |
Genetic Variation of Striped Bass in Lake Texoma To determine if inbreeding was a cause of an apparent decline of large striped bass (Morone saxatilis) in Lake Texoma, striped bass sampled from four sites on the reservoir (n = 206), in the Red River below Denison Dam in 2001 (n = 58), and archived scale samples from Lake Texoma collections in 1978 (n = 44) were genotyped and evaluated at six microsatellite loci. There was evidence of weak population genetic structure among the collection sites. However, analyses of Hardy-Weinberg and linkage equilibrium within sites did not provide evidence of recent inbreeding within Lake Texoma. Bruce T. Hysmith, John H. Moczygemba, Loraine Fries, Dijar Lutz-Carrillo
Pages 99-103 |
2008 |
Factors Related to the Genetic Composition and Fishing Quality of Largemouth Bass Fisheries The Florida subspecies of largemouth bass (Micropterus s. floridanus) has been widely stocked throughout the southern United States, including Texas. Quantifying the success of these stockings has been difficult. In this study, relationships among large scale genetic, biological, physical, and limnological variables, and measures of fishing quality and trophy were examined in 89 Texas reservoirs greater than 202 hectares. No relationships among stocking measures and any genetic variable were detected.
Pages 104-108 |
2008 |
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) primarily stocks Florida largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides floridanus; total length range 30 to 46 mm) to influence the genetic composition of existing populations or to supplement limited recruitment. These stockings have altered the genetic composition of largemouth bass populations; however, stockings often result in variable and low contributions to cohort abundance. Potential sources of stocked fish mortality include hauling stress, lack of prey and foraging success, and predation. Dan Ashe, J. Warren Schlechte, Todd Driscoll
Pages 109-114 |
2008 |
Dealing with Largemouth Bass Virus: Benefits of Multi-sector Collaboration Largemouth bass virus (LMBV), a recently identified pathogen, affected largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) in the southeastern United States beginning in the 1990s. Concern about the impacts of this little-known pathogen on largemouth bass populations, effects on fisheries management, and the need to provide anglers and the media with consistent and accurate information prompted a private organization (Bass Anglers Sportsman Society) to invite managers and researchers from state and federal agencies and universities to a series of five annual public workshops beginning in 2000. David R. Terre, Harold L. Schramm, Jr., John M. Grizzle, Loraine T. Fries
Pages 115-119 |
2008 |
Post-tournament Largemouth Bass Mortality Associated with a Release Tube Compared At Amistad Reservoir, Texas, the National Park Service (NPS) built a 46-m long release tube for convenient return of tournament-caught largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) to the reservoir following weigh-in. Several members of the public raised concerns to NPS that use of the tube might have been leading to increased tournament-associated mortality. We simulated two largemouth bass tournaments in August 2006 and March 2007 using volunteer anglers to compare six-day delayed mortality between fish returned to the reservoir via the tube and other methods. Mandy Scott, John Dennis, Randy Myers
Pages 120-124 |
2008 |
Comparison of Single-cod and Dual-cod Trap Nets for Sampling Crappie in Texas Reservoirs Shoreline-set single-cod trap nets are the standard gear used by Texas Parks and Wildlife to assess crappie (Pomoxis spp) populations. In some reservoirs, standardized trap net catch is too low to provide the desired information. In 2006, we compared offshore-set dual-cod trap nets to shoreline-set single-cod and offshore-set single-cod trap nets in ten Texas reservoirs. Aaron Jubar, C. Craig Bonds, J. Warren Schlechte, Mandy K. Scott, Mark Howell, Richard A. Ott, Jr.
Pages 125-130 |
2008 |
Restrictive fish stocking policies in National Parks were developed as early as 1936 in order to preserve native fish assemblages and historic genetic diversity. Despite recent efforts to understand the effects of non-native or exotic fish introductions, park managers have limited information regarding the effects of these introductions on native fish communities. Frank M. Panek, James Atkinson, John Coll
Pages 131-135 |
2008 |
Effects of Stream Restoration on Trout in Two Northwestern North Carolina Streams Stream restoration projects in coldwater streams have become increasingly common in North Carolina. Many of these projects are undertaken to reduce streambank erosion; however, improving aquatic habitat for fish is often a secondary goal. In an effort to evaluate the impact of stream restoration work on trout, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission monitored trout abundance and biomass within two North Carolina streams. Trout were monitored one year prior to and for four years following restoration with backpack electrofishing gear. Kevin J. Hining, Douglas A. Besler
Pages 136-141 |
2008 |
Brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) habitat restoration is needed across a range of stream sizes; however, studies quantifying brook trout habitat preferences in streams of differing sizes are rare. We used radio-telemetry to quantify adult brook trout microhabitat use in a central Appalachian watershed, the upper Shavers Fork of the Cheat River in eastern West Virginia. Jeff L. Hansbarger, J. Todd Petty, Patricia M. Mazik
Pages 142-148 |
2008 |
Catfish Angling and Harvest Statistics with an Emphasis on Trophy Blue Catfish Management Increasing interest in “trophy” catfish angling in Oklahoma has prompted Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation (ODWC) staff to collect basic biological data aimed at managing these fisheries. In light of recent studies indicating slow growth rates of reservoir blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus) populations, management of trophy fisheries becomes challenging. Kurt E. Kuklinski, Jeff Boxrucker
Pages 149-153 |
2008 |
A Fish Health Assessment and Liver Lipid Content Examination of Catfish Populations in the A modified fish health assessment index (mHAI) and liver lipid concentration was used to determine condition of individual blue catfish (Ictalurus furcatus), channel catfish (I. punctatus), and flathead catfish (Pylodictus olivarus) in tailwater and reservoir habitats of the Coosa River, Alabama. Our goal was to describe and compare condition using a mHAI and liver lipid analyses of catfishes from the Coosa River. Tissues and organs of fish were collected, evaluated and scored for deviations from normal appearances to derive a mHAI score for each fish. Jeffrey C. Jolley, Elise R. Irwin
Pages 154-160 |
2008 |
Northern Snakehead Movement and Distribution in the Tidal Potomac River System Radio transmitters were implanted in 20 northern snakeheads (Channa argus) in April 2006 to evaluate movement and habitat use of this newly established population. Eight fish were monitored through 15 September 2006, and five transmitters remained active until the conclusion of the study in January 2007. Linear movement was summarized for nine fish frequently found (7-28 contacts; mean 20, SD = 8). Mean movement was 541 m (SD = 356) and the mean “maximum recorded distance” was 2901 m (SD = 2050). Stephen J. Owens, John S. Odenkirk, Robert Greenlee
Pages 161-167 |
2008 |
Recreational Fishing for Black Bass in Eastern Oklahoma Streams We evaluated recreational fishing for black bass (Micropterus) species in two eastern Oklahoma streams. We conducted creel and tagging exploitation studies on the Baron Fork of the Illinois River in northeastern Oklahoma and Glover River of the Little River in southeastern Oklahoma. We used a roving creel survey on Baron Fork and the bus-route creel survey on Glover River. Over three years, exploitation rates of smallmouth bass in Baron Fork exceeded those in Glover River by about 30% and for all black bass by about 7%. Craig D. Martin, William L. Fisher
Pages 168-176 |
2008 |
In order to assess the change in spotted gar (Lepisosteus oculatus) density relative to water level in a disconnected low-water refuge, we used monofilament gill nets to collect adult gar throughout the annual flood pulse in the Atchafalaya River Basin (ARB), Louisiana. Spotted gar density was greatest during low-water periods and there was a strong negative correlation between spotted gar catch per unit effort and the Atchafalaya River water level at Butte La Rose (P = 0.0002, R2 = 0.5763). Christopher P. Bonvillain, Allyse M. Ferrara, Quenton C. Fontenot
Pages 177-182 |
2008 |
Comparison of Plastic Pipe and Juniper Tree Fish Attractors in a Central Texas Reservoir Fish attractors are commonly used by fisheries agencies to concentrate cover-seeking species. The objective of this study was to determine if an attractor fabricated with polyethylene pipe (plastic) attracted and concentrated as many largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) and sunfish (Lepomis sp.) as juniper tree (Juniperus ashei) attractors. Fish counts at each attractor type were made by scuba divers at five study sites in Canyon Reservoir, Texas. Overall, few fish were observed in the plastic attractors (mean = 3.4) compared to juniper tree attractors (mean = 30.3) (P < 0.05). Stephan J. Magnelia, Marcos J. De Jesus, J. Warren Schlechte, Greg C. Cummings, Joshua L. Duty
Pages 183-188 |
2008 |
A 35-d growth trial was conducted to evaluate the effect of fertilization with flaxseed meal versus cottonseed meal on fingerling red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus) production characteristics (individual weight, total length, and percent survival), water quality parameters, and zooplankton densities in plastic-lined ponds. Red drum fry were stocked into 16 randomly allocated 0.40-ha ponds, with eight ponds per fertilization treatment. Clifford C. O'Neal, Carlos S. Bonnot, Courtney M. Moore, Jennifer Bixby, David Abrego
Pages 189-194 |
2008 |
Characterization of the Genetic Structure among Brook Trout in LeConte Creek, Tennessee Beginning in the early 1900s, the original range and abundance of brook trout within Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GRSM) was drastically reduced due to landscape alterations resulting from increased logging and introduction of nonnative salmonid species. Consequently, brook trout populations retreated to the headwaters of most streams, resulting in geographic isolation due to waterfalls and eventual genetic differentiation of the fish inhabiting these streams. Amber L. Richards, Tim L. King, Barbara A. Lubinski, Stephen E. Moore, Matthew Kulp, Lisa S. Webb
Pages 195-202 |
2008 |