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Fish and wildlife research on 43 university campuses in 41 states. Tweets do not equal endorsement. Follow us @usgscoopunits on Facebook and Instagram.
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Boreal toads were once common in the La Barge Creek watershed in Wyoming but have experienced significant population declines. These declines are linked to habitat loss and infection by the fungal pathogen Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis. #amphibianweek .
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The risks posed to amphibians by roads include vehicle collisions, habitat fragmentation, and barriers to seasonal movements. We are leading research to assess road risks and developing solutions in Iowa. #AmphibianWeek. Images: NPS and USGS
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Recreational fishing is a billion-dollar industry that affects freshwater fish. We are leading efforts to understand fishing in small waterbodies in urban areas around Omaha, Nebraska. #wildlifeweek. Images: Walleye in net, USFWS; Walleye, USGS
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It's #LearnAboutButterfliesDay! We depend on butterflies for fruits, vegetables, and other food crops. Pollinators in the form of bees, birds, butterflies, and bats also contribute to healthy wildlife, plants, and watersheds.
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