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for Friend of Wildlife Vol. 35 Issue 5, Sept/Oct 1988
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26613
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The total duck population counts are at their second lowest-level in recorded history. Reasons for their decline could be attributed to over-harvesting, but also to drought and habitat destruction. Consequently, new restrictions are imposed to duck hunting in North Carolina.
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26614
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John Gasiorowski is a Cary entrepreneur who designs and makes duck and goose decoys. His products have been successful in attracting ducks and geese because of the wide variety of natural positions in which the decoys can be arranged.
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26615
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Henry David Thoreau’s Walden Pond is a symbol of peace and beauty in nature. The North Carolina Nature Conservancy refers to Walden Ponds in our state as the natural areas they aim to conserve. Currently, the group is concentrating on water quality problems in the Roanoke River and watershed.
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26616
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While camping in the rain may not be desired, rain often makes for better fishing in North Carolina. Insects knocked into the lakes and streams by wind and rain attract insect-eating fish, such as bluegills, luring them closer to the water’s surface. Raindrops also break up the surface water, making it harder for fish to see the fishermen.
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26617
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The first record of a pup being born in the wild to red wolves was reported at the Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. The pup has been observed at least six times since the first sighting on May 21.
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26618
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Dry weather conditions in western North Carolina are forcing fisheries biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission to stock trout early. If water levels in mountain trout streams continue to drop and water temperatures get too high, biologists fear that fish may die.
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26619
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Reports from hunters across the state showed dramatic increases in wild turkey harvests. Biologists say the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s turkey restoration program and dry weather have contributed to the turkey’s comeback.
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26620
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Dead trees, also known as snags, are sources of firewood but also provide habitat for wildlife in North Carolina. One suggestion is to cut a two-year supply of firewood, leaving green wood for the second year.
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