Document Type
Report
Abstract
Mink management in coastal southeastern Alaska was studied from June 1, 1959, to January, 1960. Mink summer along rivers and streams and in upland muskegs, but they winter in a narrow beach zone. Present trapping removes more than the harvestable surplus with trapping on a yearly basis but not if it is restricted to alternate years. Optimum harvest can be sustained on a yearly basis if only the surplus is taken. Illegal trapping is widespread. A few mink were caught and tagged; live-trap mortality was nearly eliminated with an all-wood protective trap. Full pelt primeness was reached by December 10 and extended to mid-january. Recommendations include December 10 to January 10 trapping seasons in alternate years only, registered trap lines, and sealing of pelts.
Publication Date
5-13-1960
Recommended Citation
Croxton, Loren W., "A southeastern Alaska mink management study" (1960). Reports and Unpublished Documents. 3.
https://ualaska.researchcommons.org/uaf_coop_fish_wildlife_research_reports_docs/3
Handle
http://hdl.handle.net/11122/16208