A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast is now available. MDWFP biologist Martin Coker joins the show to discuss the differences between nuisance animals and fur bearer species, and why that distinction is important for wildlife management in Mississippi.
Coker explains the science and strategies behind managing species such as hogs, bobcats, and river otters. He covers topics including year-round hog control, regulated seasons for bobcats and otters, raccoon conflicts in suburban areas, and the role of CITES tags. He also discusses the challenges involved in removing hogs, emphasizing that it is more difficult than many people realize.
Listeners can watch the full episode at https://youtu.be/LJn6IPMPr0g.
