[Pete-pec]

I have a theory on the Scaup and other divers of North America, and their decline. Zebra Mucles! Bluebills have definately declined here in the north and the one diver that is showing some increase in population is the Ringneck. The question is; are there fewer Zebra Muscles in the southern states like Texas and Florida and are the Ringnecks learning to adapt to this invasive creature? I know I don't need to explain to anyone who lives near the Great Lakes what kind of devistation they are causing. There has been a strong decline in Alewives and Yellow Perch as well. Again this is a theory of mine, but I feel there is a link to the decline of some of our aboriginal species. Any feedback from the experts or from some of you boys in the south will be appreciated. I know that animals in general have a habit of adapting to their changing enviroment. A great example of this is the Canada Goose, they barely migrate around here anymore, but global warming is a subject in itself. Pete

 

[Pete-pec]

Good post 16 gauge! Alot of useful information. I like the thought on the ducks ability to get to lead shot that it wasn't able to many years ago. This may be the actual link all-to-gether. I also heard rumor of an actual Cormorant season if things don't shape up on the Perch population!