Hawk Lesson Shapes Kinglet Nuthatch Lessons in Fear
A nature observer recalls a calm encounter with a sharp-shinned hawk among kinglets chickadees and warblers during autumn migration. The flock’s timid behavior shifted to curiosity as the hawk lounged, prompting reflections on predator perception and stereotypes while noting other migratory birds and regional species.
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Illinois
Morton Arboretum
Cooper
Leigh Yawkey Woodson
Wausau
Leo
Lee Osborne
Pheasant and small game hunting open in Wisconsin on Oct 18
Last year's corn crop boosts prospects for pheasants and other game as Wisconsin sets opening days for pheasant quail partridge and rabbits. Ed Frank of the DNR notes spring pheasant stock up about 15 percent due to unharvested corn and mild signals of brood increases despite local declines.
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Ed Frank
DNR
Frank
Warning on raccoon and deer parasites in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources warns parasites in raccoons and deer pose human health risks. Roundworms from raccoons can migrate to brain or eyes, risking blindness. bear ticks may transmit Lyme disease. Children and trappers are especially exposed. use gloves, disinfect areas, and treat clothing and traps. Seek medical help for symptoms.
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Department of Natural Resources
Wisconsin
Sue Marequenski
DNR
DNR to study Wisconsin River system by 1990
The Department of Natural Resources will undertake a major study of the Wisconsin River system by 1990 as part of a federal review of the Wisconsin Valley Improvement Corp. WVIC owns 21 dams on six lakes and flowages and operates under FERC licenses. The review will cover natural resources, recreation, water quality, flow, and WVIC operations along the 430 mile river.
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Department of Natural Resources
Wisconsin River
Wisconsin Valley Improvement Corp
Wausau Firm
WVIC
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
DNR
D.C
Buzz
Besaday
Wisconsin
Urso
Wisconsin’s Railroad Commission
Obey and Proxmire Bill Adds Long Island to Lakeshore
Senate approved a measure to add Long Island near Chequamegon Bay to Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. The House passed it last December. The bill would spend about 300000 to buy remaining non federal land on Long Island before adjournment.
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David Obey
William Proxmire
Long Island
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore
Senate
House
Chequamegon Bay
National Park
Obey
Congress
New London Bird Seed Sale At Mosquito Hill
New London Mosquito Hill Nature Center hosts its annual bird seed sale on Saturday and Sunday November 1 and 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Experts will answer questions and advise on starting a feeding program. Quality feed offered at reasonable prices.
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Mosquito Hill Nature Center
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Bielow
Mr. Hawk
Mr. Robbins
Medford
United Church of Christ
Dorchester
Milwaukee Public
By Sam Robbins
Dodge County
Mr. Frank
Department
North Central District
Dale T. Urso
New London
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