Human Disturbances to Waterfowl
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The general lack of success of Canada geese (Branta canadensis) on inner islands was attributed to nearby human activity on shore and (or) disturbance from curious fishermen who were allowed to use this portion of the lake during nesting season. If each pair brought off three to four young successfully, an increase of 150-200 birds per year would be added to the population. Everything necessary should be done to maintain goose nesting; fishing dates should be coordinated so that the Canada goose population would remain undisturbed during breeding season.
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