Flight paths: What does bird banding teach us? - NM Wildlife Monthly Update - May 2020

ISSUE NUMBER FOURTEEN • May 2020

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Banding ducks at Huey and Bernardo wildlife areas

Earlier this year, Department of Game and Fish biologists and conservation officers were involved in a study of northern pintail duck movements throughout their wintering range. Watch the video and read more...

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Hunker down or ride? For now, let's talk about OHV maintenance

Chris Johnson, Off-Highway Vehicle education coordinator with the Department and an avid rider, says this is the perfect time to give your vehicle some TLC and prep it for future excursions. Read more about his love of riding and OHV maintenance plans for the spring. 

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Unregistered outfitter found guilty

An Operation Game Thief tip and information from concerned hunters helped conservation officers track down an unregistered outfitter. Read about the case

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Activities for kids: Critter camo

Have you ever been startled by walking right up on a rabbit or quail before it bolts out of its hiding spot and surprises you? You didn’t see the animal because it was using camouflage! Try out this activity and learn more about critter camo.

Walleye

Fried walleye fillets

Have some walleye fillets in the freezer? Conservation education manager Storm Usrey has an easy recipe for you. Click here to check it out.  

IN THIS ISSUE

In this month's issue:
  • Banding ducks at Department WMAs
  • Hunker down or ride? OHV maintenance
  • Unregistered outfitter found guity
  • Activities for kids: Critter camo
  • Recipe: Fried walleye fillets
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