The re-introduction of 4,400 Wild Turkeys in southern Ontario over 20 years ago has brought the population of the species from zero to over 100,000 birds. Dense concentrations of the birds in some areas are now presenting a serious threat to the forest floor where they live. The turkeys are uprooting forest floors searching for food and destroying some habitats. Turkey hunters, of course, are pleased with the plentitude. Ontario's Wild Turkey Management Plan states the following, in part: "Objectives: Primary - Manage wild turkey populations based on landscape level goals which are managing for sustainability in the Mixedwoods Plains Ecozone and providing hunting opportunities where they exist in the Boreal Shield Ecozone. Secondary - Maintain the quality of the spring gobbler hunt and allow fall hunting opportunities as long as there is no impact on sustainability". Given the infinite intelligence of humans, this plan will surely play an important role in pleasing and sustaining all concerned.
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BarrytheBirder
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