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Ildlife Iving: Both Sides of The Coin

This document discusses how the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) helps resolve conflicts between wildlife and agricultural/residential interests. APHIS works with ranchers, farmers and homeowners to protect livestock, crops and property from damage caused by wildlife like coyotes, deer, geese and birds. It also aids fish farmers dealing with fish-eating birds and works to protect threatened and endangered species from predators.

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Ildlife Iving: Both Sides of The Coin

This document discusses how the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) helps resolve conflicts between wildlife and agricultural/residential interests. APHIS works with ranchers, farmers and homeowners to protect livestock, crops and property from damage caused by wildlife like coyotes, deer, geese and birds. It also aids fish farmers dealing with fish-eating birds and works to protect threatened and endangered species from predators.

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One day, sheep rancher Green found a dead lamb in his pasture. The body of the sheep was surrounded by doglike footprints. Mr. Green called the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) for help. Why didnt Mr. Green just form a hunting party to go after the animal that ate his lamb?
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Why do these animals sometimes attack livestock? How can Mr. Green protect his sheep? How does APHIS help ranchers like Mr. Green?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Ms. Hernandez has a problem. She cant get to school for two reasons: (1.) A tree fell on her bus; and (2.) The road is flooded. What animal do you think caused this damage?
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How do beavers cause damage? How does the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service help the public with beaver damage?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Early one evening, Mrs. Larson was driving home from work. Suddenly, a herd of ________ sprang out of Farmer Owens cornfield and ran in front of Mrs. Larsons car. Fortunately, she did not hit the _________. What kind of animal do you think ran across the road?
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Why are there so many deer in the United States? Why do deer like cornfields? How does the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service help with deer problems?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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both sides of the coin protecting agriculture

Mr. and Mrs. Chang love to play golf every Saturday. But lately, they have had problems with a flock of birds near their favorite putting green. The Changs see the same birds near a fishing dock near the town center. What kind of birds do you think the Changs keep running into?
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Why do you think Canada geese like golf courses, lakes, and residential areas? What does the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service do to help keep geese away from residential areas?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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both sides of the coin protecting agriculture

Captain Russ was preparing to land his plane at the Anytown International Airport when suddenly a flock of birds flew near the runway. Captain Russ decided to radio the tower and land on a different runway. Why?
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Why do you think gulls, geese, ducks, and other wild animals are attracted to airports? How does the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service help keep birds and animals away from airports?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Its a warm summer morning in the citrus grove. Shiny fruit is hanging from lush, green branches. Nearby, there are several fields filled with a variety of crops. Do you think wildlife would like to live near these areas? Why?
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How does the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service help protect crops from wildlife?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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One day, fish farmer Norris discovered a flock of __________ floating on his pond. The __________ were eating his catfish by the bucketful. He was so upset that he called his neighbor, Ms. Campbell, a wildlife biologist for the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). What kind of wildlife was eating Mr. Norris fish? Why did he contact APHIS for help?
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Why do birds eat fish? How does APHIS keep fish-eating birds away from catfish farms?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Why do you think this bird and tortoise are rare? How does the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) help protect them?
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Coyotes, ravens, raccoons, and other predators sometimes prey on threatened and endangered species. Why does APHIS help protect rare animals and birds?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, and marital or familial status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the USDAs TARGET Center at (202) 7202600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write the Secretary of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, or call (800) 2456340 (voice) or (202) 7201127 (TDD). USDA is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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