Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center
Prior to 1960, before harassment of birds at the Waggoner Ranch, the ranch fulfilled needs for this segment of the population. Since that time, Canada geese (Branta canadensis) have been constantly shifted about in the general area and no adequate provision has been made for their protection. Admittedly, harvest has improved under such a situation, but harvest cannot be controlled and the long-range effect on the geese may be detrimental. It would be better to keep these birds spread over their general wintering area instead of concentrating them on a single refuge area that might promote firing lines.
U.S. Department of the Interior |
U.S. Geological Survey
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