South Dakota research unit gains new data on rare species of the Missouri River

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The South Dakota Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit has been conducting several studies on the Missouri River's rare animal species. The Unit plans to use data obtained by these efforts to complement management strategies for the river and wildlife conservation projects. The unit has performed studies on the movements and habitat selectionbehavior of the pallid sturgeon, the effect of sand bar vegetation on the nesting of the Least Tern and the Piping Plover and possible release sites for bald eagles. It has also studied riverine wildlife, the sturgeon and sicklefin chub and the blue sucker.

Analysis, Schools, Natural history, Wildlife research, South Dakota, Rare animals, Missouri River

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The endangered resources program in Missouri

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The Missouri Department of Conservation has been successful in its protection and management of endangered resources. This is due to its integration of proactive elements into its conservation programs. First, surveys, identification and monitoring are conducted to upgrade the status of rare or endangered species. Second, protection and management is included in management programs and priorities. Third, restoration and recovery efforts are defined by the Strategic Plan which provides guidelines for conservation programs.

Planning, Environmental aspects, Environmental policy, Missouri, Biological diversity conservation, Biodiversity conservation, Conservation of natural resources, Natural resource conservation, Missouri. Department of Conservation

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Use of radar for the study of rare birds

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Biologists and wildlife researchers increasingly use radar and night-vision technology to collect vital information about rare birds. For instance, advances in marine radars have made it easier for biologists to study the distribution, flight paths and timing of flights of birds, including endangered and threatened species such as the Newell's shearwater and the dark-rumped petrel. While radar systems have their limitations, they are definitely a big boost to ornithological research.

Usage, Equipment and supplies, Study and teaching, Ornithological research, Radar, Radar systems, Rare birds, Ornithology

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