Record #:

28436

Author(s):

Kays, Roland

Abstract:

A new statewide camera trap survey offers beautiful pictures for citizens and data for scientists. The camera trap is part of a three-year citizen science project at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences’ Candid Critters program that seeks the help of North Carolina residents to figure out what animals are living there.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 81 Issue 2, Mar/Apr 2017, p4-11, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife photography; North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences

Record #:

28437

Author(s):

Elliott, Doug; Palmer, Gary [Illustrator]

Abstract:

Doug Elliott, author and naturalist, reminisces about taking his son deer hunting in North Carolina. He taught his son how to scout for deer, find a good place to make a deer stand, and show respect for the animal they were hunting.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 81 Issue 2, Mar/Apr 2017, p12-15, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Deer hunting; Hunting--Anecdotes

Record #:

28438

Author(s):

Shaffner, Marty; McGaw, Melissa [Photographer]

Abstract:

For years, forty yards was the limit most hunters imposed on themselves for shooting at a wild turkey. Advancements in ammunition shells and chokes allow North Carolina turkey hunters to take aim from farther away than before.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 81 Issue 2, Mar/Apr 2017, p16-21, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Turkey hunting; Ammunition

Record #:

28439

Author(s):

Pusser, Todd

Abstract:

The raccoon’s intelligence, flexibility, and social network have helped it become a successful and resilient mammal. Raccoons are also one of the primary vectors for rabies in North Carolina. As raccoons continue to be a part of the rural and urban landscapes, people should be cautious in areas where they are common.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 81 Issue 2, Mar/Apr 2017, p22-27, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Raccoons; Raccoons as carriers of disease

Record #:

28440

Author(s):

Zlotnicki, Mike; McGaw, Melissa [Photographer]

Abstract:

North Carolina has some of the most diverse fisheries in the nation. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission operates six fish hatcheries, which have evolved to produce a variety of species and serve new needs throughout the state.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 81 Issue 2, Mar/Apr 2017, p28-35, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fish hatcheries; Fisheries--North Carolina