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Grizzly bear habitat research in Glacier National Park, Montana

C.J. Martinka·K.C. Kendall
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Grizzly bear habitat research began in 1967 and is continuing in Glacier National Park, MT. Direct observations and fecal analysis revealed a relatively definable pattern of habitat use by the bears. Habitat data were subsequently used to develop management models and explore the relationships between grizzlies and park visitors. Current research strategy is based on the concept that humans are an integral components of grizzly bear habitat. A geographic information system is being developed to assist in the application of habitat data. In addition, the behavioral response of grizzlies to annual changes in food production is being studied. Management that addresses bears, humans, and their habitat as a system is proposed.

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90° N90° S · 180° W ← longitude → 180° E
Source-reported bounding extent: 48.2337° to 49.001° latitude; -114.4755° to -113.242° longitude. This indicates report coverage, not an exact sampling location. View area on OpenStreetMap.

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C.J. Martinka, K.C. Kendall. 1986. Grizzly bear habitat research in Glacier National Park, Montana. https://pubs.usgs.gov/publication/70121371

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