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In the News
Date of this Version
Spring 2019
Document Type
Article
Citation
Human–Wildlife Interactions (Spring 2019) 13(1): article 4
doi: 10.26076/4krz-fy53
Special topic: Livestock guardian dogs
Abstract
Turkey in Rhode Island town
A community in Rhode Island originally welcomed its newest neighbors in May 2018: 3 turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo; Figure 1) who took up residence in the town square.
Dropped fish delays college baseball
During the top of the eighth inning, an osprey (Pandion haliaetus) dropped a fish in centerfield after being pursued by a nearby bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), delaying a college baseball game in Florida.
Colorado man attacked by cougar
While jogging in a popular natural area, a Colorado man was mauled by a mountain lion (Puma concolor), The Washington Post reported.
Bird feeders attract hawks
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison shows that the past 2 decades have seen an increased prevalence of avian predators, such as Cooper’s hawks (Accipiter cooperii) and sharp-shinned hawks (Accipiter striatus) at backyard feeders in the Chicago, Illinois area.
Rabid otter attacks
Several river otter (Lonta canadensis; Figure 2) attacks in Maitland, Florida prompted officials to post signs and issue warning to residents.
Vultures congregate in D.C.
In a small community on the outskirts of Washington D.C., black vultures (Coragyps atratus) are proving to be a nuisance for residents and businesses.
Polar bears invade Russian town
Members of a Russian community northeast of Moscow experienced a state of emergency due to increased polar bear (Ursus maritimus) encounters from December 2018 until February 2019, according to Russian News Agency TASS.
Wildlife conflicts in Africa
Prolonged drought conditions in many African countries are exacerbating human–wildlife conflicts, as wildlife search for water and food resources.
Comments
United States government work. Public domain