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Game bird releasing

The releasing of gamebird species needs careful management to ensure it doesn't affect the existing habitat. Also releasing for reintroduction of threatened species needs to be carried out properly to ensure it is effective. Our research work provides us with the knowledge to provide useful information on these important issues.

Sustainable gamebird releasing
Sustainable gamebird releasing
Grey partridge releasing guidelines
Grey partridge releasing guidelines
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