Record #:

10552

Author(s):

Fuller, Joe

Abstract:

Hunting for diving ducks in North Carolina's coastal regions has a rich history and a devoted following dating back to the 19th century. Despite an upward trend in the state, overall the population is declining. A definitive cause has yet to be found, but possible causes are habitat conditions on spring staging areas; contaminants; diseases; and hunting.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 12, Dec 2008, p14-19, il

Subject(s):

Duck shooting; Duck populations