Pesticide and mercury levels in bear. [Ursus americanus]

Journal Article · Mon Dec 31 23:00:00 EST 1973 · Bull. Environ. Contam. Toxicol.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01685019· OSTI ID:5564085

Benson, W W; Gabica, J; Beecham, J

Black bear, Ursus americanus, occur statewide in Idaho and are hunted as a game animal. Since bears are eaten by humans, concern has been expressed as to what pesticide and mercury levels are present. Pesticide levels have been found in other game animals, but little information is available about bears. The purpose of this study was to determine pesticide and mercury levels in bear tissue collected during the October and November 1972 hunting season. 9 references, 1 table.

• Research Organization: Idaho Community Study on Pesticides, Boise, Idaho
• OSTI ID: 5564085
• Journal Information: Bull. Environ. Contam. Toxicol.; (United States), Journal Name: Bull. Environ. Contam. Toxicol.; (United States) Vol. 11:1; ISSN BECTA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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