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Bobcat Stomach Analysis Data Cards --

 Collection
Identifier: NWRC 0063
Abstract

The Bobcat Stomach Analysis Data Cards collection consists of 3” x 5” data cards created by the Bureau of Biological Survey’s Food Habits Laboratory. The cards are dated 1929-1952 and include a description of the stomach contents of bobcats that were collected in 30 different states across the U.S.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1932-1942; 1929-1952

Bureau of Biological Survey Field Reports and Maps ---

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: NWRC 0030
Abstract The predecessor of the Bureau of Biological Survey (BBS) was established under the Department of Agriculture in 1885 to study the economic relation of birds to agriculture. The mission of the division evolved over the years to include the study of mammals, as well as to include predator and rodent control activities. In 1905, the division became known as the Bureau of Biological Survey. In 1940, the Bureau of Fisheries merged with the BBS to form the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under...
Dates: 1900 - 1955; Majority of material found within 1912 - 1920

Mammal Damage Unit Records --

 Collection
Identifier: NWRC 0034
Abstract

Over the years, the Mammal Damage Unit of the DWRC/NWRC conducted research on coyote predation on livestock; rodent damage to crops, rangeland, and buried cables; and damage to timber production and reforestation efforts caused by deer, bear, and rodents, particularly pocket gophers. The Unit also studied the use of pesticides as well as methods to identify and develop non-lethal or non-chemical alternative management methods for specific wildlife problems.

Dates: 1909 - 2002; Majority of material found within 1940 - 1990

Wildlife Services Nevada Slide and Bulletin Collection --

 Collection
Identifier: NWRC 0019
Abstract

This collection was donated by the Wildlife Services Nevada state office. These records were created when Wildlife Services was part of the United States Department of Interior Fish and Wildlife Service.

Dates: 1946-1986

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