Large round hay bales as alternate nest sites for greater Canada geese at Oak Lake, Manitoba / Ian Sharpe.
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TextPublication details: Brandon, MB : Brandon University, 1978.Description: (4) 86 p. : col. maps ; 28 cmOnline resources: Abstract: The objective of this investigation was to determine the effectiveness of large round hay bales as alternate nest sites for Greater Canada geese (Branta canadensis maxima), and to provide a research oriented learning experience for the author. Out of a total of 36 bales placed for the 1977 nesting season, it was determined that 25 were suitably situated to make them desirable as nesting structures. Suitability was determined on the basis of elevation for predator and flood protection,plant cover for concealment, weather protection, food source, presence of elevated loafing sites for the make, and seclusion from human disturbance. Vegetation and water analyses showed general consistency between bale sites and with three natural nests located outside the study area. The results of aerial surveys and field checks throughout the spring and early summer of 1977 were inconclusive as to determining the bales' effectiveness. The Oak Lake goose flock, totalling 147 geese as determined by aeri
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Submitted in fulfillment of the requirements of a six credit hour course in Zoology
Includes bibliographical references (p. 82-86).
The objective of this investigation was to determine the effectiveness of large round hay bales as alternate nest sites for Greater Canada geese (Branta canadensis maxima), and to provide a research oriented learning experience for the author. Out of a total of 36 bales placed for the 1977 nesting season, it was determined that 25 were suitably situated to make them desirable as nesting structures. Suitability was determined on the basis of elevation for predator and flood protection,plant cover for concealment, weather protection, food source, presence of elevated loafing sites for the make, and seclusion from human disturbance. Vegetation and water analyses showed general consistency between bale sites and with three natural nests located outside the study area. The results of aerial surveys and field checks throughout the spring and early summer of 1977 were inconclusive as to determining the bales' effectiveness. The Oak Lake goose flock, totalling 147 geese as determined by aeri