TY  - JOUR
PY  - 1978//
TI  - Behavior of Mountain Goats in Relation to U.S. Highway 2, Glacier National Park, Montana
JO  - Journal of wildlife management
A1  - Singer, FJ
SP  - 591
EP  - 597
VL  - 42
IS  - 3
N2  - A study was conducted in 1975 on mountain goats (Oreamnos americanus) crossing a highway to visit a natural mineral lick. Eighty-seven successful crossings of the highway involving 692 mountain goats were observed, and an estimated 812 crossings occurred during the 1975 lick season. Crossing success was associated (P < 0.05) with the size of groups, all groups (2-55 goats) being more successful than individuals. Crossing success was also associated (P < 0.05) with sex and age of the group leader, the most successful groups being led by an adult nanny with kid at side. Successful highway crossings after July 1 were significantly crepuscular (P < 0.005). Collision hazards and high disturbance during crossings suggested that a goat crossing should be constructed and visitors should be restricted from the crossing area.<p />
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SN  - 0022-541X
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
ER  -