When I read that wolves that had a parasite had a much higher chance of becoming the leader of the wolf pack, I was astounded. A parasite […]
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SAMUEL: How are deer able to find food?
I know hunting season is drawing to a close, but last week I wrote about deer vision, and one of my readers wrote and asked why I […]
SAMUEL: Eye position important for turkeys and deer
Years ago one of my graduate students was taking imprinted wild turkeys into the field to see what they ate. Often I’d tag along. Several times I […]
SAMUEL: Drought and heat causing wildlife problems
MORGANTOWN — The hot November days have really impacted the bow deer season. Bucks are rutting and does are ready, but the abnormal hot weather has impacted […]
SAMUEL: Elk lottery brings big money to Virginia
MORGANTOWN — Between 2012 and 2014, elk were reintroduced into Virginia in Buchanan County. Now there are an estimated 250 elk in that area, and six hunters […]
