Conservation Comments by Paul Kelsey on Cayuga Lake Geese
Paul Kelsey describes Canada Geese staging at Cayuga Lake and nearby refuges. He notes large morning concentrations near Aurora and the lake, with dozens of flocks seen from roads and fields. He observes occasional blue or snow geese among Canadas and explains habitat loss previously eliminated nesting, now addressed by waterfowl habitat work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cayuga Lake
King Ferry
Aurora
Geese Released From State Farms Nest in Three-Year Cycle
Birds raised on state game farms were released at three years and began nesting in the same general area. Adults pinioned for winter care. many young either join migrating flocks or remain north to rely on state feed. Since 1959 about 50 pairs nest annually on Howland Island Game Management Area. Valois Castle history recalls Coolidge veto and social era on Seneca Lake.
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Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
Howland Island Game Management
New York
Conservation Department
Ing
Chesapeake Bay
Howland Island
Valois - Valois
Calvin Coolidge
Coolidge
Seneca Lake
Valois Castle
Arthur E. Valois
United States
Valois
Holt
New York City
Evan E.L. Holt
John Rawlings
Lodi
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