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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Hurricane Katrina Impacts to White-tailed Deer on John C. Stennis Space Center Limited information is available regarding wildlife responses to hurricane-related disturbances. We monitored white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) by spotlight counts on NASA's John C. Stennis Space Center (SSC) during fall-winter periods from 2002-2004 before Hurricane Katrina's landfall and from 2006-2008 post-hurricane to index changes in relative population size. Comparisons of survey results during pre- and post-hurricane periods indicated that deer numbers were stable in years following hurricane landfall. Jarrod H. Fogarty, Jeanne C. Jones, Katherine E. Edwards, Chad M. Dacus
Pages 50-55 |
2010 |
Effects of a Supplemental Food Source and Nest Density on Success of Artificial Ground Nests Nest predation can limit avian recruitment and may be a proximate source of population declines in many avian populations. Because nest predation may be affected by availability of alternative foods and nest density, we used artificial nests and track counts to evaluate effects of supplemental food and nest density on nest success of artificial ground nests. Nest success was lower at 7 of 9 nest density classes when a supplemental food source was present. David D. Jones, L. Mike Conner, Robert J. Warren, Glenn O. Ware
Pages 56-60 |
2010 |
Predicting Foraging Habitat of Gray Myotis in Georgia In the southeastern United States, ongoing urbanization and associated environmental perturbations, such as water quality degradation, potentially affect foraging habitat of the federally endangered gray myotis (Myotis grisescens). Conserving foraging areas of gray myotis is critical to this species' recovery, especially as white nose syndrome (Geomyces destructans) recently has been documented in this species. From 2000 to 2001, we used acoustic monitoring and spatial models to determine foraging areas of gray myotis near four bachelor/maternity colonies in northwestern Georgia. Joshua B. Johnson, Michael A. Menzel, John W. Edwards, W. Mark Ford, J. Todd Petty
Pages 61-67 |
2010 |
Hunting leases for white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) occur across the United States and provide revenue to many landowners, including private forest industry. Hunting quality and revenue could potentially be enhanced through “cooperatives” and adherence to Quality Deer Management (QDM) principles. Formation of hunting club cooperatives (HCC), where adjoining hunting clubs collectively manage the deer herd, may also increase QDM program success and increase stakeholder interaction. Stephen C. Grado, Marcus K. Measells, Darren A. Miller
Pages 68-74 |
2010 |
Evaluation of Methods for Monitoring Long-term Population Trends in Cave-roosting Bats Because numerous cave-roosting bat species are experiencing population declines, especially those affected by the white-nose syndrome epizootic, it is essential to establish rigorous monitoring protocols to accurately track population trends over time. We tested the efficacy of low-cost visual counts to effectively monitor population trends of southeastern myotis (Myotis austroriparius) at a maternity-roost in southwestern Georgia. We conducted visual counts during evening emergence events using white light illumination. Tara J. Thomson, Jason A. Scott, Steven B. Castleberry
Pages 75-80 |
2010 |
Post-harvest Fates of Agricultural Seeds in Tennessee Croplands Agricultural seed left in harvested fields is an important source of energy for migrating and wintering waterfowl. However, rates of seed loss from germination, decomposition or depredation have not been quantified for corn, soybean, or grain sorghum. Melissa A. Foster, Matthew J. Gray, Craig A. Harper, Richard M. Kaminski
Pages 81-87 |
2010 |
Understanding Angler and Hunter Annual Spending in North Carolina Given the economic importance of fishing and hunting and the pervasive declines in these activities, it is essential that natural resource planners and managers understand factors influencing angler and hunter spending. We conducted a mail survey of a random sample (n = 844) of North Carolina fishing and hunting license holders. On average, anglers spent US$964 and hunters spent $1,437 annually. C. Jane Dalrymple, M. Nils Peterson, Howard D. Bondell, Shari L. Rodriguez, Jennifer Fortney, David T. Cobb, Erin O. Sills
Pages 88-94 |
2010 |
Composition of Beaver Colonies in Damage Sites of the Southeastern United States Natural resource managers faced with resolving beaver damage may make decisions based on classic literature suggesting that beavers (Castor canadensis) are monogamous breeders that live in colonies composed of a breeding pair of adults, their offspring, and occasionally the offspring from the previous year; and that beavers typically breed during the winter months and bear their offspring in the spring. We analyzed colony composition at 89 damage sites in seven southeastern states and found deviations from these classic studies. Russell D. Singleton, Jimmy D. Taylor
Pages 95-100 |
2010 |
Effects of Mechanical Manipulation and Time on Lead Pellet Distribution in Arkansas Wetlands Lead poisoning occurs when birds forage in habitats containing lead pellets and ingest and store pellets in their digestive systems. Lead pellets have been banned from use in waterfowl hunting in the United States since 1991; however, residual pellets may remain in wetlands and be available to foraging waterfowl. Elisabeth B. Webb, Richard W. Johnson
Pages 101-105 |
2010 |
Ratoon Grain Sorghum and Other Seeds for Waterfowl in Sorghum Croplands Grain sorghum provides energy-rich seeds for waterfowl and may provide important alternative foraging habitat considering a noted decrease of waste agricultural seeds for wintering waterfowl in the Mississippi Alluvial Valley. We conducted experiments in 22 sorghum fields in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana during falls 2006-2007 to evaluate abundance of ratoon grain (i.e., post-harvest, second crop), waste grain from the harvested first crop, and natural seeds. Alicia J. Wiseman, Richard M. Kaminski, Samuel K. Riffell, Kenneth J. Reinecke, Erick J. Larson
Pages 106-111 |
2010 |
Recovery of the River Otter to Kentucky Recovery efforts of river otters (Lontra canadensis) in Southeastern states that have implemented restoration programs are poorly documented in the published literature. The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources released 355 river otters among 14 sites during 1991-1994, and a statewide harvest was implemented in 2006. We used damage reports, sign surveys, and harvest data to evaluate the recovery and current status of the river otter in Kentucky. When all census data were combined, river otters were observed in each of the 12 major watersheds in the state. Erin E. Barding, Michael J. Lacki, Laura L. Patton
Pages 112-117 |
2010 |
The impacts of many species of piscivorous birds on aquaculture are well documented in the southeastern United States; however, specific studies of black-crowned night heron (Nycticorax nycticorax) in these areas are lacking. Because black-crowned night herons opportunistically exploit abundant food resources and inhabit an important catfish production area, we initiated a study to assess their use of and potential impacts on a catfish aquaculture facility. Jimmy D. Taylor II, Andrea L. Cooper, Scott C. Barras, Nagaraj Chatakondi, James R. Jackson, Samuel K. Riffell, Ben C. West
Pages 118-124 |
2010 |
Variation in Detection Among Passive Infrared Triggered-cameras Used in Wildlife Research Precise and accurate estimates of demographics such as age structure, productivity, and density are necessary in determining habitat and harvest management strategies for wildlife populations. Surveys using automated cameras are becoming an increasingly popular tool for estimating these parameters. However, most camera studies fail to incorporate detection probabilities, leading to parameter underestimation. Philip E. Damm, James B. Grand, Steven W. Barnett
Pages 125-130 |
2010 |
Effect of Increased Egg Stocking Density in Existing and Experimental Catfish Incubators Channel catfish egg masses are typically incubated in stationary wire mesh baskets suspended in metal troughs with flow-through water that is agitated and circulated between the baskets and around the eggs with rotating paddles. A limiting factor in the successful incubation of channel catfish egg masses is the absorption of oxygen by the developing embryos; low levels of dissolved oxygen in the water result in premature hatching and increased fry mortality. We modified and tested a vertical-lift incubator (the “See-Saw”) for incubating channel catfish egg masses. Brian D. Ott, Eugene L. Torrans
Pages 131-135 |
2010 |
Growth Rates of Stocked Walleye in Several Georgia Reservoirs The walleye (Sander vitreus) is a large predatory fish distributed throughout Canada and the United States, ranging from Central Canada southward to the Tennessee and Mississippi River drainages. Because of its importance as a recreational sportfish, walleye growth has been studied extensively in the northern portion of its distribution. However, little information is available regarding growth of this species in the southeast, particularly in Georgia. Michael S. Bednarski, Jeffrey Hendricks, David L. Higginbotham, Douglas L. Peterson
Pages 136-140 |
2010 |
In-vitro Fertilization and Embryology of the Mountain Brook Lamprey The mountain brook lamprey (Ichthyomyzon greeleyi) has no previous embryological description even though the lamprey's primitive developmental patterns are of value to evolutionary biologists. This research describes visible developmental processes of the mountain brook lamprey from the unfertilized ovulated egg to the release of ammocoete larvae into the field. In-vitro fertilization was the process used to produce viable embryos after strip spawning. This process successfully produced about 4000 embryos for descriptive observation.
Pages 141-145 |
2010 |
Habitat Use of Suwannee Bass and Largemouth Bass in the Withlacoochee River, Florida We investigated the microhabitat selection of largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) and Suwannee bass (M. notius) using multivariate logistic regression modeling. Relative use probabilities for cover types were similar among juvenile and adult bass of both species with minor differential use. However, the water velocity and depth selection functions between juveniles were associated with slow and shallow locations, while the selection functions between adults were associated with intermediate speeds and depths. Eric J. Nagid, Richard A. Kiltie, Travis Tuten, Will A. Strong
Pages 146-153 |
2010 |
Grass Carp Movement and Persistence in Felsenthal Reservoir, Arkansas Excessive coverage of aquatic vegetation has reduced aesthetic quality and recreational value in Felsenthal Reservoir, Arkansas. A large portion of the 6,000-ha impoundment of the Ouachita River, located within the Felsenthal National Wildlife Refuge, is covered by dense aquatic vegetation. Grass carp are commonly used to control aquatic vegetation in closed systems, but results of stocking grass carp for vegetation control in open systems is less certain. Radio transmitters were implanted in 48 adult triploid grass carp. Grass carp were released in the reservoir during fall 2006. Jason Olive, Lael Will, Steve E. Lochmann
Pages 154-159 |
2010 |
Largemouth Bass Fishery Characteristics in the Arkansas River, Arkansas The Arkansas River largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) fishery has not been intensively managed or studied, especially downstream of Lake Dardanelle. Recent issues that have potentially affected the fishery necessitated a comprehensive assessment of populations throughout the entire Arkansas portion of the river. During 2004-2005, largemouth bass populations were assessed in all 11 Arkansas navigation pools of the river using boat-mounted, nighttime electrofishing. Populations were young with 94% of the individuals consisting of ages 1-4. Michael A. Eggleton, Benjamin G. Batten, Steve E. Lochmann
Pages 160-167 |
2010 |
Preliminary Evaluation of Trawling for Young-of-year Gulf Sturgeon We explored the feasibility of sampling young-of-year (yoy) Gulf sturgeon (Acipenser oxyrinchus desotoi) in the Apalachicola River, Florida, using modified balloon trawls during January and June 2009. Three yoy sturgeon (57 - 120 mm TL) were captured during June 2009 in the lower reaches of the river system. Initially, this method of assessment is labor intensive and may require more than 25 river kilometers (rkm) of trawling per capture. James P. Kirk, K. Jack Killgore, William T. Slack, Steven G. George
Pages 168-171 |
2010 |
Capture Avoidance of Smallmouth Bass during Multi-pass Depletion Sampling in Virginia Rivers When estimating population size of smallmouth bass (Micropterus dolomieu) using the multi-pass removal method with electrofishing, understanding the significance of capture avoidance is important. One-hundred-fifty smallmouth bass were tagged with external radio transmitters and monitored during depletion sampling in seven different river reaches in Virginia. Capture avoidance of radio-tagged smallmouth bass during electrofishing averaged 33.7% (SE = 5.75%). Stephen J. Reeser, George C. Palmer
Pages 172-178 |
2010 |
Stocking hatchery-reared largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) fingerlings to supplement wild populations is a common practice, but assessment of the influence of such stocking practices on the wild population is less common. In September 2007 and 2008, we estimated abundance of wild young (age 0 and age 1, respectively) largemouth bass in backwaters of the Arkansas River before and after stocking with hatchery-reared largemouth bass (100-150 mm TL). Two backwaters were sampled as reference populations, four backwaters were unstocked for comparison with stocked locations. Jeffrey R. Horne, Steve E. Lochmann
Pages 179-183 |
2010 |
Sportfish managers in coastal North Carolina are often challenged with interpreting estimates of largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) relative abundance (catch-per-unit-effort, CPUE) due in part to the influence of environmental factors on boat electrofishing techniques. To accurately assess population abundance using relative abundance indices, the effects of environmental variables on largemouth bass catch should be quantified. Justin M. Homan, Robert D. Barwick
Pages 184-189 |
2010 |
Bobwhite Restoration On Private Lands: How Realistic Are NBCI Population Goals? Lindsey C. Singleton, Wes Burger, Rick Hamrick
Pages 190- |
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Ranaviruses: Cold-blooded Killers Matthew J. Gray, Debra L. Miller
Pages 191- |
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Michael J. Chamberlain, Jennifer L. Norris, Blake A. Grisham, Frederick G. Kimmel, Michael W. Olinde, Norman J. Stafford, III
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New Bioassessment Models for Monitoring Ecological Restoration in Hardwood Bottomlands Matthew J. Gray, Elizabeth A. Summers
Pages 193- |
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New Bioassessment Models for Monitoring Ecological Restoration in Hardwood Bottomlands Matthew J. Gray, Elizabeth A. Summers
Pages 193- |
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Rationale for Removing 254-mm Minimum Length Limit of Crappie at Okatibbee Reservoir, Mississippi
Pages 194- |
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The Role of Oyster Reefs as Habitat in Estuarine Ecosystems Rachel A. Brewton, Gregory W. Stunz, Isis E. Gain, Megan M. Robillard
Pages 195- |
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Keith O. Meals, Arthur W. Dunn, Leandro E. (Steve) Miranda
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Mississippi's Freshwater Commercial Fishery in 2008 and 2009
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Crappie Recruitment Relative to Flooding in Northwest Mississippi Flood Control Reservoirs
Pages 199- |
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Centrarchid Assemblages in Oxbow Lakes of the Mississippi Alluvial Valley Relative to Land Cover
Pages 200- |
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A Survey of Hand Grabbing Catfish Anglers at Ross Barnett Reservoir, Mississippi
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A State Choice Analysis of Mississippi Angler Preferences for Private Fishing Opportunities Clifford Hutt, Kevin Hunt, Anwar Hussain
Pages 203- |
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Abundance of Brook Trout in Relation to Structures in Northeast Georgia Streams Jayson Payne, David L. Higginbotham, Douglas L. Peterson
Pages 204- |
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Multidisciplinary Evaluation of No-till Corn Grazing Systems in Mississippi Dawn H. Manning, Jeanne C. Jones, W. Daryl Jones, Rhonda C. Vann
Pages 205- |
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Bat Communities at Abandoned Railroad Tunnels in Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park Joshua B. Johnson, J. Edward Gates, Aimee Haskew, Jennifer Saville, Scott Bell
Pages 206- |
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Vegetation Response to Fire and Herbicide in Intensively-managed Pine of Mississippi Raymond B. Iglay, Bruce D. Leopold, L. Wes Burger, Jr., Darren A. Miller
Pages 207- |
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Roger W. Perry, T. Bently Wigley, M. Anthony Melchiors, Ronald E. Thill, Philip A. Tappe, Darren A. Miller
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Aaron W. Posner, Jeanne C. Jones
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Heather L Fleming, Jerrold L. Belant, Jeanne Jones, David Richardson
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Katherine E. Edwards, Jeanne C. Jones, Jarrod H. Fogarty
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Assessment of Habitat Conditions and Corridor Development for Black Pine Snakes and Gopher Tortoises Clinton P. Smith, Nathan A. Stukey, Jeanne C. Jones, W. Daryl Jones, Katherine E. Edwards, Lisa Yager
Pages 212- |
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Response of Non-game Species to White-tailed Deer Food Plots in Appalachian Hardwood Forests Wilson E. Ricks, Brian P. Murphy, Michael J. Shaughnessy, Karl V. Miller
Pages 213- |
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Vanessa R. Lane, Karl V. Miller, Steven B. Castleberry, Darren A. Miller, T. Bently Wigley, Graham Marsh
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Matthew M. Marshall, Darren. A. Miller, Jessica A. Homyack, Matina C. Kalcounis-Rüeppell
Pages 215- |
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