Feral Hogs and their Impact on the Missouri Ecosystem When the topic of environmental problems is brought up in social circles, the issues that usually come to mind would be air pollution and the search for alternative energy; however, there is one issue that is becoming prevalent in a multitude of states including Missouri is the problem of the invasive nature of feral hogs. This paper will discuss the prevalence and disruption of Missouri habitats by these hogs. In addition to providing vital information on the topic, the paper will propose a possible solution for this problem. However, before a solution can be presented, one must be informed of the people who are directly affected by this environmental issue. This invasive species affects much of those in rural communities. Some of the stakeholders that are involved with this problem are farmers both small town and commercial, conservation workers, nature enthusiasts, and non-farming citizens of these communities. The damage feral hogs can do to land is vast. As stated in the article, Feral Hogs in Missouri, “A social group of ten hogs can destroy 20-30 acres overnight, including crops, causing …show more content…
These creatures specifically prefer have environments such as small springs to splash around and wade in (Martensen, par. 6); however, they tend to live in dry glade areas. This ecosystem consists of a wide variety of abiotic and biotic features. The abiotic features of glades generally consist of little soil content, high amounts of bedrock, and annual average rainfall amounts around 42 inches (“Outline: Missouri Ecosystems, par. 2). In terms of biotic features, the glades holds a variety of reptiles, insects, forbs, and grasses (“Outline: Missouri Ecosystems, par. 2-3). In terms of their direct effects to their respective ecosystems, there is a large impact on most of the ecosystem’s energy
This program design creates the national plan for invasive species management by prioritizing resource allocation toward targeting those invasive species that cause the greatest cost in the form of monetary damage. This method will use the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s estimates for economic losses caused by invasive species (Pimentel, Zuniga, and Morrison, 2005). Such costs include the cost to repair damaged infrastructure such as water systems and power grids, the loss of food crops outcompeted by invasive species, and lost local income when invasive species decimate
The macroinvertebrates graph (figure 2) represents the diversity of species inhabiting the Baldwin Swamp. In 2009 the Baldwin swamp was flourishing with a large diversity of species. A total of 33 macroinvertebrates, 8 species were recorded. At this time the baldwin swamp was healthy, abundant in life and the ecosystem and food webs were unaffected by the floods. Whereas 3 weeks after the floods swept through there were little to no range of species of macroinvertebrates. There were a recorded amount of 2 Damselfly Nymph and 1 waterboat man. A theory to why these two
The Maryland ecosystem is being ravaged by several invasive species. These species are introduced into the ecosystem in several ways, with several discoveries of invasive species every year. Whether it be Wavyleaf basketgrass or Purple loosestrife, these plants are capable of outcompeting with native plants and causing devastation to the native ecosystem. These invasive species are damaging to the environment and we should work as a community to halt the spread and limit its impact on the ecosystem of Maryland.
Feral pigs were introduced by the early European settlers in 1788. Pigs were used as domesticated companions of the Europeans as they moved around Australia. After time, these animals escaped from captivity and their population began to increase dramatically. Feral pigs have a huge negative impact on the native vegetation, environment and agriculture. They have very destructive habits when feeding and foraging. They can cause erosion of soil and fouling of watering points with their wallowing.
The devastation of soil, natural habitat and the destruction of mass farmlands all caused by the notorious feral hogs that has become nature’s neighbor that we have all come to despise. Today I would like to discuss how this resilient species has impacted the natural environments, and how their population is soaring in numbers; and last I would like to propose solutions to address the current issues were are facing and how to manage them.
recently become detrimental to many wildlife species. These house cats are responsible for the deaths of
This documentary looked into the emergence of giant wild hogs in the southern United States. Through claims of sightings and kills of giant hogs, this documentary established the possibility of their existence. This is an interesting topic for anyone interested in wildlife. However interesting the topic, the documentary was poorly put together and fails to inform the viewer. This documentary is highly ineffective for those looking to learn about giant hogs in the wild.
Domestic cats have taken the role of a keystone species in many environments, including human habitations, where they control some rodent populations. Feral cats are known to decimate native populations in many places in which they are introduced.
Many times in a story what the main characters say can reflect their personality and lifestyle. This is shown effectively in the memorial epic by Paul Zindel, The Pigman. Throughout this stunningly truthful story, John and Lorraine consistently say things that show just what type of people they are.
In Female Chauvinist Pigs, Ariel Levy attempts to reconcile her personal views of feminism with its portrayal in popular culture. In order to challenge what she sees as a co-opted version of feminism, Levy raises the question of authenticity of “sex-positive feminism” (Levy, 63) on two levels: by “selling out” in terms of the body and in terms of our patriarchal culture. In order to restore a binary relationship between feminism and non-feminism, Levy recasts this sex positive feminism as a new form of (fe)male chauvinism.
Research Strategy: In order to back my idea I will find several informed and scholarly articles, backing my theory. This includes looking at the effects invasive species have on the native ones. I will look at both sides to accurately come to the final conclusion. The most accurate information will come from books published on invasive species. These books can be found at local libraries and online libraries.
So far it has become evident that humans do not have a positive impact on the overall ecosystem of Yellowstone we have seen bear’s feeding patterns skewed, as well as elk populations devastated. There is yet another animal within yellowstone that has been impacted in a negative way by humans. John P. Beckmann is a conservation scientist who conducted research with several other scientists on the harvesting of energy and natural resources near or in yellowstone. When conducting his research he noticed that the harvesting of energy resources near yellowstone was affecting the pronghorn population. A subclaim that I can derive from my research on this topic is that the harvesting of energy and natural resources makes it tough to keep humans out of the way of
Pigs are unable to move in their cages. The baby pig ears, tails are cut off and their teeth are chopped off to prevent them from harming other pigs. They are castrated without any pain killer. The baby pigs are given antibiotics to promote rapid growth. Their body grows, so fast, the legs become crippled. Many pigs are ill, but are kept alive to be shipped off to slaughter to get a profit. The pigs that did not make it to slaughter are shot with a gun to prevent them from eating the farmer’s feed. Pigs are abused by beating them with a gate rod to be moved from one place to another. Most pigs arrive at the slaughter lame or dead from the crowdedness during transporting. Pigs are electrically shocked to move on the killing floor of the slaughtering
Why is it that we as a society condemn the actions of a man against a man but very rarely a man against an animal? I think this question must be understood if we are ever to change the rights animals have. As of yet I don't believe animals have any actual rights. Rather humans have rights that involve animals. If we are to truly allow animals to have rights the same or similar to humans then we must first define what it is that makes us feel as if they are entitled to rights.
The seekers can search for a wide range of territories for wild hog hunting. This is simple and you will just need to look into changed ranges and you will think of a great deal of spots where you can go for a chase. You would not have any desire to go on a wild pig chasing excursion in the event that you have effectively done it twice this year. You might likewise not be occupied with chasing down the turkey in the event that you have officially done it a couple times previously. You will require wild hog hunting trips and the general population who go on the treks consistently for chase, would not go on the same chase on numerous occasions.