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Analytical Chemistry Research and Development Records --

 Collection
Identifier: NWRC 0022
Abstract

This collection contains the professional papers and records of Analytical Chemistry Research and Development (R&D), including work done with strychnine, diphacinone, and zinc phosphide. These records came from the Analytical Chemistry Unit beginning in 2009.

Dates: 1988 - 2021

Bird Damage Unit Records --

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: NWRC 0010
Abstract

The Bird Damage Unit Records (NWRC 0010) document the activities of NWRC researchers from the early 1900s through the early 2000s as they worked to protect agricultural interests from bird depredations and disease, both domestically and abroad. The NWRC bird unit has worked with a diverse group of cooperators including airports, universities, farmers, feedlot operators, the U.S. military, and other associated researchers to effectively reduce bird damage to a variety of resources.

Dates: 1914 - 2008

Gerhardi Livestock Protector Field Test Records --

 Collection
Identifier: NWRC 0059
Abstract The Gerhardi Livestock protector was a device designed to repel predators from livestock pastures. It was invented by Thomas Edward Gerhardi in Canada. The Department of Interior’s Division of Wildlife Services conducted studies with the Livestock Protector with the goal of possibly registering the device with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which would allow the device to be used in the United States. However, it was never registered and never saw widespread use in the United...
Dates: 1968-1972

Larry Clark Records---

 Collection
Identifier: NWRC 0058
Abstract Larry Clark began his career with the NWRC in 1991, where he worked as a research scientist in both the Bird and Wildlife Disease Programs. He served as the Assistant Director of the NWRC from 2005-2008, and Director of the Center from 2008-2019. Records in this collection include administrative records and research records pertaining to birds, brown treesnakes, and the development of predacides. Images of research activities and video interviews of Clark are also included in this...
Dates: 1963 - 2019; Majority of material found within 1990 - 2008

Olympia Field Station Records--

 Collection
Identifier: NWRC 0038
Abstract The Olympia Field Station was established in the late 1950s in cooperation with public agencies and private companies concerned with reforestation losses caused by wildlife. The Olympia, WA, Field Station and its satellite, the Bend, OR, Field Station (established in 1970), formed the Forest-Animal Research Project of the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and after 1985, of the USDA’s APHIS Animal Damage Control program. Initial studies focused on seed coatings and repellents to reduce losses...
Dates: 1961 - 2008

Sam Linhart Records--

 Collection — Container: NWRC 0049
Identifier: NWRC 0049
Abstract

Sam Linhart worked as a biologist in the predator control research section at the Denver Wildlife Research Center from 1964 to 1990. This collection contains materials from his studies related to predator control. Research records on electric fencing, leghold traps, the electronic guard, the 1080 toxic collar, livestock protection dogs, the M-44, and tranquilizer tabs for wild carnivore traps are included. This collection also contains images related to Linhart’s research.

Dates: 1953 - 1992

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