A Department of Natural Resources expert says they’re getting more data on a study of the decline of gray fox numbers. Furbearer biologist Vince Evelsizer says they’ve been putting collars on the elusive animals when they are found in live traps.
He says it is encouraging that trappers and others have stepped up to help them collect data.
Evelsizer says the tracking data and sightings are helping them track habitat and habits so they can get a picture of what is happening to the animals.
He says they’ve enjoyed working with the animals.
Evelsizer says the public, trappers and partner groups such as the Iowa Wildlife Federation have also become really interested in finding out what is happening with the animals.
