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Last name, F.M. Date of image. Title of image. Wildlife Services Image Collection. ID No. xx-xxxx. USDA/APHIS/WS National Wildlife Research Center Archives. Image URL if citing online version |
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Description: |
NWRC scientists and collaborators at West Virginia University discovered a biomarker in the skin of cormorants that indicates age. This information allows for identification of the age of cormorants and other birds without the need for costly and logistically difficult methods. Being able to determine age creates a better understanding of population demographics which allows for better management strategies that maintain population viability while minimizing economic damage to aquaculture producers. |
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Related: |
Reducing Avian Predation in Aquaculture Systems Research Spotlight |