Critical review of the current knowledge of the biology of the American woodcock and its management on the breeding grounds

Sepik, G.F.; McAuley, D.G.; Longcore, J.R.

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We critiqued previous work on the biology and management of the American woodcock (Scolopax minor) on the breeding grounds. We determined that little is known about habitat variables and weather extremes that may limit the population. Most investigators who attempted to define habitat requirements of the woodcock used inadequate sample sizes, limited the duration of their studies, did not account for effects of weather, or failed to adequately measure habitat variables. Furthermore, the effects of hunting on local or regional populations has never been adequately studied. We concluded that obtaining data to understand the biology of the woodcock and the effects of hunting is essential before managers can reverse the long-term decline of woodcock numbers.

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Federal Government Series

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5210607

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Sepik, G.F.; McAuley, D.G.; Longcore, J.R.

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Patuxent Wildlife Research Center

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Longcore, Jerry R.; Sepik, Greg (editors)

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104

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English

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Proceedings of the Eighth American Woodcock Symposium

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vi, 139

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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Biological Report

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Critical review of the current knowledge of the biology of the American woodcock and its management on the breeding grounds; 1993; Federal Government Series; 16; Proceedings of the Eighth American Woodcock Symposium; Sepik, G.F.; McAuley, D.G.; Longcore, J.R.