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| WLD2130 - Waterfowl Ecology and Management |
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Participants are introduced to waterfowl ecology and management through a broad wetlands management approach. Basic wetlands ecology is reviewed in the context of contemporary waterfowl management. Particular attention is given to establishing waterfowl management objectives based on the refuge landscape and considering local, regional, and continental scales. Topics include basic wetlands ecology, wetland biodiversity, breeding and wintering waterfowl biology, landscape ecology and management, habitat management techniques, waterfowl population management, the legal and policy framework for waterfowl management, the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, and other contemporary issues.
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| College Credit |
2 semester hours |
| Who Should Attend: |
Biologists, managers, and policy-makers involved in wetland and waterfowl management. |
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| Describe the fundamental principles of wetland ecology. Outline the basic biology and habitat requirements of breeding and wintering waterfowl. Identify the major concepts of waterfowl and wetland management on a landscape scale. Summarize various waterfowl habitat and population management techniques. Compare and contrast various wetland management approaches.. |
| Length: 4.5 days/36 hours |
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Availability: Annually |
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Dave Lemarie |
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dave lemarie@fws.gov |
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(304) 876-7490 |
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National Conservation Training Center
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443
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