Beavers
Found in 8 Collections and/or Records:
Bureau of Biological Survey Field Reports and Maps ---
Carpenter, Joe (Joseph B.), 2005 - 2010
Jaureguiberry, Pat (Patrice), 2006 - 2011
Pat Jaureguiberry reminisces about his past work as a trapper for Wildlife Services, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). He speaks of his career as a government trapper in predator control and research (coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, and bears) and the different methods used including traps, snares, and lures. Jaureguiberry talks about his experiences with animals, hunting dogs, and livestock protection.
Mammal Damage Unit Records --
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.
Olympia Field Station Records--
Pitts, James (James Jerold), 2006 - 2010
James Pitts reminisces about his past work for Wildlife Services, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). He shares his experiences as a government trapper in predator control and wildlife management (primarily coyotes and beavers) and the different methods used. Pitts talks about his experiences with animals, various Wildlife Services, and confrontations with conservation organizations.