Breeding biology and habitat use of black ducks
Maine Agricultural Experiment Station Miscellaneous Publication
By: R. Owen, J. Longcore, J. Ringelman, K. Reinecke, and K. Hendrix
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Abstract
Forested wetlands are Important habitats for black ducks nesting in the Northeast. Invertebrates, with their high protein content, are primary foods of females during egg laying and for rapidly growing ducklings. Beaver-created and modified wetlands provide excellent habitat for feeding as well as protective cover. As these wetlands age, their quality declines after 7-10 years, and waterfowl use diminishes. Wetland availability and quality should be considered when managing beaver.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Breeding biology and habitat use of black ducks |
| Series title | Maine Agricultural Experiment Station Miscellaneous Publication |
| Volume | 336 |
| Year Published | 1989 |
| Language | English |
| Contributing office(s) | Patuxent Wildlife Research Center |
| Description | 261 (abstract) |
| Larger Work Type | Article |
| Larger Work Subtype | Journal Article |
| Larger Work Title | Maine Agricultural Experiment Station Miscellaneous Publication |
| First page | 261 (abs) |
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