Nov 01, 2001 / Rota Island / Guam rail
Release was at Gamp field, Rota Island, but it was not an optimal habitat or uniform grassland. 22 were equipped with transmitter. 3 died from cat predation, 2 got tangled in wire, 11 unknowns, 3 were alive to the "end" (duration not located) and 1 died from being hit by a car. Reproduction was documented, but no long term population was established at the site. Reinforcement was conducted. SURVIVAL 60 DAYS POST RELEASE: 32% of guam rails with transmitters.
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Jessica Beltran
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