Franklin County WPRA Flushing Survey

[HollowWatcher]

13 roosters and 28 hens were counted..here are some pictures courtesy of Cumberland Valley PF.

 

[Matt D]

Thanks for the update. Do you know if that was one farm or multiple farms? I can't seem to remember how many were released there? Very encouraging for sure and hopefully this winter remains mild and the spring is good for nesting and hatching.

 

[HollowWatcher]

Not sure on the number of farms..I do know it was a small group though. I believe only 62 birds were released in 2014.

 

[bauerline]

Thanks for posting. I haven't heard much about how things are going. The pictures showed some good cover.

 

[FLDBRED]

Great pictures! I just can't get enough of this stuff! :cheers:

 

[Poyntem]

I agree with FLDBRED. Too much is not enough

 

[1pheas4]

I believe only 62 birds were released in 2014.

You were close to that flushing rooster.

The released (62) birds---were these wild transported birds?

Nick

 

[Matt D]

The released (62) birds---were these wild transported birds?

Nick

Yes they were wild birds from out west. I remember that part but forget where they came from. (My selective memory kicking in )

 

[bauerline]

I think they came from Montana. I believe a few may have been trapped in another WPRA in PA and moved to Franklin county.

 

[HollowWatcher]

Brian is correct. They are doing really well considering the numbers of birds released.

 

[HollowWatcher]

Good article at link

http://blog.pennlive.com/pa-sportsman/2015/12/pheasant_comeback_on_track_in.html

 

[bauerline]

Thanks for the link.

 

[FLDBRED]

That was an outstanding article, I love the fact that the birds are expanding. Also liked seeing that video again! :thumbsup:

 

[NorthPotter]

great to hear. Really nice cover in that field.