Author: CWCOA

Feral swine eradicated from Colorado thanks to work of state and federal partnership

“Feral swine are the same species, Sus scrofa, as pigs that are found on farms. Feral swine are descendants of escaped or released pigs. Feral swine are called by many names including; wild boar, wild hog, razorback, piney woods rooter, and Russian or Eurasian boar. No matter the name they are a dangerous, destructive, invasive species.” USDA APHIS

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Colorado Parks & Wildlife officers confirm latest wolf pack sighting in NW Colorado

A trail of wolf tracks observed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers in
Northwest Colorado on January 19, 2020
MOFFAT COUNTY – Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officials are confirming they have additional evidence that a group of wolves is now residing in northwest Colorado.

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Restoring wildlife habitat in western Colorado starts with native seeds

Colorado Parks and Wildlife technician Ryan Lane holds a mixture of 30 different native seeds used to replant former farm land to benefit wildlife.
DOVE CREEK, Colo. – Good habitat is the key to maintaining wildlife populations. So Colorado Parks and Wildlife is working in western Colorado to restore abandoned farmland and other areas back to a natural condition.

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Code of Ethics As a practicing member of CWCOA, I will . . . 1. Abide by wildlife damage management laws and regulations to which I am subject. 2. Ascribe to a professional code of conduct that embodies honesty, integrity, service, duty and dependability. 3. Demonstrate a high level of regard and respect for people, property and wildlife. 4. Promote appreciation for and understanding of the various values of wildlife and scientific wildlife management, especially as they relate to human health, safety and economic concerns. 5. Be sensitive to and make allowances for the various viewpoints on wildlife damage management. 6. Provide professional advice and expertise on managing wildlife damage to my clientele as appropriate within the limits of my experience and training. 7. Promote competence and professionalism by supporting high standards of education, training, employment and performance. 8. Strive to broaden my knowledge, skills and abilities to practice wildlife damage management through continuing education. 9. Strive to utilize the best management practices of the wildlife damage industry to include the considerations of humaneness, selectivity, safety, effectiveness and practicality. 10. Treat my competitors and clientele in a courteous and respectful manner consistent with honorable business practices. 11. Encourage through word and example all wildlife damage control operators to adhere to this code and to participate in their state and national associations.
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