Problems with studying wolf predation on small prey in summer via global positioning system collars
European Journal of Wildlife Research
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Abstract
We attempted to study predation on various-sized prey by a male and female wolf (Canis lupus) with global positioning system (GPS) collars programmed to acquire locations every 10 min in the Superior National Forest of Minnesota. During May to August 2007, we investigated 147 clusters of locations (31% of the total) and found evidence of predation on a white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) fawn and yearling, a beaver (Castor canadensis), ruffed grouse (Bonasa umbellus), and fisher (Martes pennanti) and scavenging on a road-killed deer and other carrion. However, we missed finding many prey items and discuss the problems associated with trying to conduct such a study. ?? 2010 US Government.
Suggested Citation
Palacios, V., Mech, L., 2011, Problems with studying wolf predation on small prey in summer via global positioning system collars: European Journal of Wildlife Research, v. 57, no. 1, p. 149-156, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10344-010-0408-7.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Problems with studying wolf predation on small prey in summer via global positioning system collars |
| Series title | European Journal of Wildlife Research |
| DOI | 10.1007/s10344-010-0408-7 |
| Volume | 57 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Publication Date | June 20, 2010 |
| Year Published | 2011 |
| Language | English |
| Contributing office(s) | Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center |
| Description | 8 p. |
| Larger Work Type | Article |
| Larger Work Subtype | Journal Article |
| Larger Work Title | European Journal of Wildlife Research |
| First page | 149 |
| Last page | 156 |