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Harsh January Weather Devastates Waterfowl Populations in Central Flyway

1/26/2025

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Unseasonably harsh weather in January has drastically impacted waterfowl populations along the Central Flyway. North Dakota's Canada geese have plummeted to around 88,000, with only 3,225 mallards remaining, as ice chokes off their habitat. Meanwhile, central Missouri's resilient mallards are finding solace in scarce open water, showcasing nature's struggle for survival.

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Unseasonably harsh weather in January has drastically impacted waterfowl populations along the Central Flyway. North Dakota's Canada geese have plummeted to around 88,000, with only 3,225 mallards remaining, as ice chokes off their habitat. Meanwhile, central Missouri's resilient mallards are finding solace in scarce open water, showcasing nature's struggle for survival.