What makes a wetland?
About what percentage of wetlands have been lost in the United States since colonial settlement?
about 50%
What does the word "furbearer" mean
To bear fur
Beaver, muskrat, nutria
What two types of hair do furbearers have
Guard and under fur
What management tool is the most effective to regulate furbearer populations
Hunting and Trapping
Wetlands act as a major sink (storage) for this element
Carbon
What is the largest rodent in North America?
Beaver
Nutria are known for their damaging impact on wetland ecosystems due to their habit of consuming these plant parts.
Roots or Tubers
The scent glands of this aquatic furbearer are used in perfumery and is known as "castoreum."
Beaver
Nationally, millions of dollars have been invested into these practices to ensure responsible trapping practices and ensuring humane treatment of animals
BMP's (Best Management Practices)
About what percent of threatened and endangered species inhabit wetlands
40%
This furbearer maintains populations of carp, sunfish, and suckers
River Otter
Beavers make these that increase water storage and filtration while creating habitat for many other species
dams
Nutria were introduced to North America for this purpose in the mid-20th century.
Fur Trade
What does the abbreviation CITES represent?
Convention on International Trade of Endangered Species *of Wild Fauna and Flora*
Conneaut/Geneva Marsh
Name the four semi aquatic furbearers of Pennsylvania
Mink, River Otter, Beaver, and Muskrat
Aquatic furbearers serve as indicators of environmental __________ due to their sensitivity to pollution.
Quality
This aquatic mammal secretes an oily substance used in waterproofing and leather conditioning.
Mink (oil)
Trapping aquatic furbearers is regulated by these entities to ensure sustainable practices and wildlife conservation.
State Wildlife Agencies
Name the three key components that make a wetland
Hydric soils, vegetation, hydrology
What invasive furbearer species invaded marshes of the Chesapeake bay and caused heavy erosion and wetland degradation?
Nutria
Muskrats play a role in maintaining __________ in wetlands.
Vegetation density/growth
The musk gland of this aquatic mammal is highly valued in traditional medicine and perfume production.
Muskrat
Trapping plays a crucial role in managing wildlife populations to prevent this ecological issue.
overpopulation or habitat degradation