Influence of Anthropogenic Structures on Northern Bobwhite Space Use in Western Oklahoma

Anthropogenic structures associated with energy development and other activities are a growing concern in wildlife conservation because of habitat loss and fragmentation. We conducted a retrospective analysis of effects of barbed-wire fences, oil-extraction structures, aboveground power lines, resurfaced roads, and artificial water sites on space use by northern bobwhite (Colinus virginianus) in western Oklahoma, USA. Nest location data accrued during 1991-2002 and radiolocation data during 1997-2002. Data suggested fences had a weak repellent effect at distances