| Author |
Young, Stanley Paul, 1889-1969 |
| Title |
Hints on Bobcat Trapping
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| Series Title |
United States Department of Agriculture Leaflet No. 78
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tom Cosmas utilizing materials provided on The
Internet Archive
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| Summary |
"Hints on Bobcat Trapping" by Stanley Paul Young is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a practical guide for controlling bobcat populations, focusing on effective trapping methods. It addresses the economic impact of bobcats as predators on livestock and provides insights into their natural behavior and hunting habits. The content of the book primarily discusses techniques for trapping bobcats, detailing various trap settings, the preparation of bait and scents, and tips for ensuring successful catches. Young emphasizes the significance of understanding the habitat and behaviors of bobcats to select optimal trapping locations. The guide offers step-by-step instructions for setting traps, including recommendations for scented and "blind" trap setups, and highlights the importance of careful preparation to avoid alarming potential catches. Overall, it is a thorough resource for those looking to manage bobcat populations effectively while minimizing loss to domestic livestock. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
SK: Agriculture: Hunting sports
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| Subject |
Trapping
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| Subject |
Animal traps
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| Subject |
Bobcat -- Control
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
48710 |
| Release Date |
Apr 15, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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