Browsing by Author "Bissonette, John A."
Now showing items 1-17 of 17
-
Age in Relation to the Winter Food Habits and Helminth Parasites of the Bobcat (Lynx Rufus, Schreber) in Oklahoma
Whittle, Richard Kent (Oklahoma State University, 1979-12-01) -
Assessment of Damage to Pecans by Wildlife in Central Oklahoma
Leppla, Raymond Richard, II (Oklahoma State University, 1980-07-01)The purpose of this study was to develop a method whereby wildlife damage to pecans could be accurately measured and to determine the species responsible for the majority of damage. The relationship between oak mast ... -
Beaver-cottonwood Interactions and Beaver Ecology in Big Bend National Park
Strong, Paul Isaac Vincent (Oklahoma State University, 1982-05-01) -
Comparative Ecology of Bobwhite and Scaled Quail in Mesquite Grassland Habitats
Rollins, Dale (Oklahoma State University, 1980-07-01)This study was conducted to provide information on several aspects of the ecology of sympatric bobwhite and scaled quail in southwest Oklahoma. The information provided herein should enable biologists to better understand ... -
Competition Between Prairie Dogs and Beef Cattle for Range Forage
O'Meilia, Michael Eugene (Oklahoma State University, 1980-07-01)The principle objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of black-tailed prairie dogs on the availability and utilization of range forage by cattle and the seasonal weight gains of cattle. Small mammals and ... -
Current Status and Approaches to Monitoring Populations and Habitats of Greater Prairie Chickens in Oklahoma
Martin, Steven Allan (Oklahoma State University, 1980-07-01)The purpose of this study was to provide current information on greater prairie chickens in Oklahoma for use by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation. Techniques to monitor habitat and population trends were ... -
Current Status and Approaches to Monitoring Populations and Habitats of Lesser Prairie Chickens in Oklahoma
Cannon, Richard Wayne (Oklahoma State University, 1980-05-01)The purpose of this study was to provide current information on lesser prairie chickens in Oklahoma for use by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, Techniques to monitor habitat and population trends were also ... -
Ecology and Behavior of Blue Jays In Oklahoma Pecan Orchards
Batcheller, Gordon Raymond (Oklahoma State University, 1980-12-01)Effective stewardship of wildlife resources requires a biological understanding of those resources. My study was initiated to provide baseline data for management of depredating blue jays in Oklahoma pecan orchards. I ... -
Effects of Sport Hunting on Raccoon Reproduction, Survival and Behavior
Roseberry, Stephen Ennis (Oklahoma State University, 1980-05-01)This study is comprised of original research designed to answer a current management question concerning the effects that sport hunting with dogs has on raccoon, especially during the breeding and kitten rearing season. ... -
Elk Habitat Use During Calving Season with Possible Effects on White-Tailed Deer at the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge
Waldrip, Gene Paul (Oklahoma State University, 1977-12-01)The purpose of this study is to determine habitat utilization patterns of elk in summer with particular emphasis on describing the habitat used for calving activities. Home range size, diurnal habitat preferences and use ... -
Foods of Migrating Coots (Fulica Americana) and Sympatric Ducks During Fall and Spring in Northeastern Oklahoma
Patterson, Craig Thomas (Oklahoma State University, 1982-05-01)The objective of this study was to determine and compare food habits of American coots and connnon sympatric ducks migrating through northeastern Oklahoma during fall and spring. Funds for the study were provided by the ... -
Habitat Requirements of White-tailed Deer in the Post Oak-blackjack Oak Habitat Type
Ockenfels, Richard Allen (Oklahoma State University, 1980-12-01)The purpose of this study was to evaluate habitat requirements of white-tailed deer in the post oak-blackjack oak habitat type of Oklahoma. Information on habitat use patterns, factors affecting the patterns, activity ... -
Movements and Habitat Use of Coyotes on the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge
Litvaitis, John Anthony (Oklahoma State University, 1978-05-01)The purpose of this study was to determine the movement patterns and habitat utilization of coyotes on the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge. 'Radio-location telemetry was used to monitor coyotes throughout the ... -
Quantitative Estimate of Barn Owl Nesting Habitat Quality
Ault, John Walter, III (Oklahoma State University, 1982-05-01)The purpose of this study was to determine if habitat variables can be used to objectively estimate the quality of wildlife habitat. The specific objective was to develop a regression model, based on habitat variables, ... -
Salmonellosis in Waterfowl in Oklahoma
Waldrup, Kenneth Arlen (Oklahoma State University, 1980-12-01)This study was concerned with the possible influence that salmonellosis might have on migrating and wintering migratory waterfowl populations in the state of Oklahoma. The primary objectives of this study are to ascertain ... -
Spotlighting Deer for Determination of Population Trends in Oklahoma
Rowe, Douglas John (Oklahoma State University, 1980-05-01)The objective of this study was to evaluate roadside counts of white-tailed deer at night with the aid of spotlights for the determination of populations trends and sex and age ratios in Oklahoma. The study was conducted ... -
Status of the Red Fox in Oklahoma and Comparison of 3 Furbearer Survey Techniques
Hatcher, Richard Thane (Oklahoma State University, 1979-05-01)This study was designed with two separate objectives: to determine the current status of the red fox in Oklahoma, and to compare 3 extensive survey methods for monitoring furbearer populations. Museum records, a mail ...