Author: Clark G. WebsterPublisher:
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Category : Wood ducks
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Improved Nest Structures for Wood Ducks
Author: Clark G. WebsterPublisher:
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Category : Wood ducks
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A Guide to Wood Duck Production Habitat Requirements
Author: United States. Bureau of Sport Fisheries and WildlifePublisher:
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Category : Waterfowl management
Languages : en
Pages : 40
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Wood Duck Production and Habitat Use
Author: Kenneth Trice RidlehuberPublisher:
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Category : Habitat selection
Languages : en
Pages : 88
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Nest Boxes for Wood Ducks
Author: U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServicePublisher:
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Category : Birdhouses
Languages : en
Pages : 20
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Nest Structures for Ducks and Geese
Author: Guy G. ZennerPublisher:
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Category : Canada goose
Languages : en
Pages : 36
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Environmental Impact Research Program. Wood Duck Nest Boxes. Section 5.1.2. US Army Corps of Engineers Wildlife Resources Management Manual
Author: Kenneth T. RidlehuberPublisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 25
Book Description
A management techniques report on wood duck nest boxes is provided as Section 5.1.2 of the US Army Corps of Engineers Wildlife Resources Management Manual. The report was prepared as a guide to assist Corps biologists and resource managers in developing and implementing nest box programs for wood ducks (Aix sponsa) on project lands. Topics covered include assessment of broad habitat, nest box design and construction, placement and installation, personnel and costs, and conditions and limitations. One of the most popular and effective management techniques for wood ducks is the provision of artificial nesting structures. Where natural cavities are limited, increases in local wood duck populations may be expected when nest boxes are properly constructed, located, and protected from predators. Detailed descriptions are provided in this report for two basic nest box types, the wooden box and vertical metal box; other acceptable designs are mentioned with their respective advantages listed. A variety of predator guards and supports are described and illustrated. Recommendations are given for the proper placement, installation, and maintenance of wood duck nesting structures.
Better Nest Boxes for Wood Ducks
Author: Clark G. WebsterPublisher:
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Category : Wood duck
Languages : en
Pages : 18
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The Nesting Behavior and Productivity of the Wood Duck, A̲i̲x̲ S̲p̲o̲n̲s̲a̲ (Linnaeus) (Aves: Anitidae) in Madison County, Kentucky, with Observations of Nest Box Utilization
Author: Larry Joseph HindmanPublisher:
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Category : Wood duck
Languages : en
Pages : 138
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Wood duck (Aix sponsa) nesting behavior, nest box production and utilization was studied from 1972 to 1974 on three areas in Madison County, Kentucky. Spring arrival of wood ducks occurred in late February and early March. Nest searching began the second week of March. The dates of first laying varied from March 21 to March 23. Egg laying reached a peak in late March. Eggs were deposited at the rate of one egg per day. Average clutch size of all wood duck nests was 12.2 eggs. Average clutch size of normal nests was 11.5 eggs. Clutch size varied from 9 to 20 eggs. One dump nest was discovered. The mean incubation period was 30.3 days. The positions of wood duck eggs changed daily during incubation. A total of 117 wood duck eggs were laid in nest boxes and 77 ducklings left the boxes. Hatching success was 65.8 percent. Three natural cavities containing wood duck nests were located. Mean clutch size for nests in natural cavities was 13.7 eggs. Hatching success was 92.7 percent. The peak hatching period occurred during the third and fourth weeks of May. Brood size decreased from 9.6 ducklings at hatching to 4.3 ducklings at flight stage. No predation of nesting wood ducks or eggs was noted. Competition for nest boxes was severe. Wildlife species occupied 91.4 percent of available nest boxes in 1972 and 73.6 percent in 1973. The starling (Sturnus vulgaris) was the most serious nest competitor. Wood duck usage of nest boxes was low but increased from two nests (7.2 percent) in 1972 to eight nests (20.5 percent) in 1973. This increase was due to improved maintenance and relocation of nest boxes.
Housing for Wood Ducks
Author: Frank Chapman BellrosePublisher:
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Category : Birdhouses
Languages : en
Pages : 64
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Utilization of Colonial Structures and Other Artificial Nest Cavities by Wood Ducks
Author: William Parke MoorePublisher:
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Category : Birds
Languages : en
Pages : 262
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