Fates of translocated river otters in Missouri
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Published source details
Erickson D.W. & McCullough C.R. (1987) Fates of translocated river otters in Missouri. Wildlife Society Bulletin, 15, 511-517.
Published source details Erickson D.W. & McCullough C.R. (1987) Fates of translocated river otters in Missouri. Wildlife Society Bulletin, 15, 511-517.
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This study is summarised as evidence for the following.
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Translocate to re-establish or boost populations in native range Action Link |
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Translocate to re-establish or boost populations in native range
A replicated study in 1982–1986 in two wetland sites in Missouri, USA (Erickson & McCullough 1987) found that most translocated river otters Lutra canadensis survived for at least a year after release and reproduction occurred at both release sites from two years following releases. Of otters whose status could be confirmed one year after release, 15 of 17 were alive at one site and 10 of 14 survived at the second site. Reproduction was confirmed annually at both release sites from the second year after releases. Nineteen wild-caught otters were released at a 4,455-ha wildlife refuge in March–May 1982 and 20 were released at a 2,251-ha wildlife area in April 1983. All otters were implanted with radio-transmitters. Monitoring occurred daily for the first three weeks and then 2–4 times/week until death or transmitter failure (typically at 12–14 months).
(Summarised by: Alexis Kovach )
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