Red tailed hawk visits Cedar Rapids conference
An Iowa Fluid Power engineer in Cedar Rapids photographed a red tailed hawk guarding near the front entrance during a June 24 conference for Nebraska and South Dakota guests. The bird appeared about 15 minutes into the meeting and remained for about an hour.
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Iowa Fluid Power
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Volga River fishing outshines scenic views
Three anglers from Monticello Anamosa and a writer float the upper Volga River southwest of a limestone valley. Despite Iowa's impaired lower stretch, the trio catch 8- to 10-inch smallmouths and several 12- to 14-inch fish as they target deep pools and eddies on a calm, overcast day.
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Long tailed tits use learned calls to identify kin
Research shows long tailed tits recognize relatives by voice. Nestling exposure to parental calls shapes chick development and helps adults decide who to aid. Unrelated nestlings adopt foster-like calls, suggesting familiarity learned in the nest guides future helping behavior.
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Hawkeye and Cedar Rapids Bass Clubs Host River Tournament
Iowa City Hawkeye Bass Club and Cedar Rapids Bassmasters held Mississippi River events near Guttenburg. Winners include Scott Clemons and Charlie Noaker with 18 pounds 8 ounces, and Steve Teel with 23.2 pounds in Cedar Rapids. Big bass honors went to Rick Swatos and Mark Mayerske at 3 pounds 15 ounces.
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Northeast Iowa Fishing Report Highlights Channel Catfish and Bass
Northeast Maquoketa River and Lake Delhi report good channel catfish using chicken liver and prepared baits and bass on crankbaits. Turkey and Upper Iowa rivers show improving clarity. Big Spring Hatchery Turkey River expected to fish well as temperatures rise. Trout streams paused until September. Bear to Turtle streams resume when cooler weather returns. Southeast Lake Darling and Lake Belva Deer report good catfish evenings and bluegill action. Pleasant Creek and Kent Park yield walleyes bluegills and catfish with various baits. For details, call regional offices in Manchester and Brighton.
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