Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
Award Date
1986
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Wildlife and Fisheries Science
Abstract
Nest site vegetation characteristics and selection by wild turkey hens in Gregory County, South Dakota were examined during 1984 and 1985. A total of 23 adult and 12 juvenile hens were monitored during the study. Average adult nesting rate was 42% (31% in 1984 and 54% in 1985). No juveniles nested either year. Nesting success in 1984 and 1985 was 80% and 0%, respectively. Data was collected from 8 woodland and 5 grassland nests. Nest initiation dates ranged from 20 April to 13 June. Nest sites were chosen in locations having overhanging vegetation within 1 m above the nest bowl. Grassland nests appeared to be in areas with moderately dense understory cover (<0.9 m). Nest site locations indicated a selection for woodland habitat.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Turkeys -- Nests --South Dakota
Turkeys --Habitat -- South Dakota
Turkeys --South Dakota --Gregory County
Description
Includes bibliographical references (pages 33-37)
Format
application/pdf
Number of Pages
33
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Rights
No Copyright - Non-Commercial Use Only
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Recommended Citation
Wertz, Tara L., "A Turkey Nesting Study in Gregory County, South Dakota" (1986). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 112.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd/112