A new citizen science program aims to collect widespread data about animal populations throughout New York state and is seeking volunteers to set up trail cameras to aid in the effort.<\/p>\n
The data can be used to inform decisions about how to best manage or conserve wildlife in the state. The highest-priority animals include black bear, bobcats, white-tailed deer and fisher. Photos from all other mammal and bird species, including wild turkeys, will be used as well.<\/p>\n
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