Wildlife food habits

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.

Abstract Kathy Fagerstone began her career with the Center in 1971, becoming the first female physical science technician at the Research Center. During her 40 year career with the Center, Kathy advanced from a technician, to a wildlife biologist, to a research wildlife biologist, to project leader, and finally to a program manager. Her research interests included risk assessment and small mammal ecology of prairie dogs, ground squirrels and black-footed ferrets. However, the focus of her work...