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Changes in the numbers and distribution of foxes ( Vulpes vulpes ) killed in Scotland from 1948–1970
Author(s) -
Hewson R.,
Kolb H. H.
Publication year - 1973
Publication title -
journal of zoology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.915
H-Index - 96
eISSN - 1469-7998
pISSN - 0952-8369
DOI - 10.1111/j.1469-7998.1973.tb05344.x
Subject(s) - vulpes , biology , distribution (mathematics) , ecology , zoology , predation , mathematical analysis , mathematics
Data from bounty schemes and other sources for periods of up to 23 years have been used to show changes in the numbers, distribution and reproductive success of foxes in different parts of Scotland. The effects of myxomatosis and other large scale variations in food supply are discussed in relation to the natural control of fox populations.