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North Dakota’s breeding duck numbers held strong in 2023, setting us up for a good hunting season this year. The wildlife management agency conducts extensive surveys and monitoring programs to assess waterfowl populations and track trends over time to ensure the long-term sustainability of duck populations in the state. The annual spring breeding duck survey conducted by North Dakota Game and Fish showed an index of nearly 3.4 million birds. Overall, while fluctuations occur, North Dakota's duck population remains robust, with the latest count indicating a strong population 39% above the long-term average, recorded since 1948.
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North Dakota is the leading state for duck production. The state serves as a vital breeding ground for waterfowl, particularly ducks, due to its extensive wetlands and prairie potholes. The wetlands remain 76% above the long-term average and North Dakota’s local breeding population is holding steady. That means North Dakota is still the place for waterfowl hunting.
The state is situated within the heart of the Central Flyway, a major migratory route for waterfowl traveling between their breeding and wintering grounds. It is one of the busiest routes for birds of all feathers
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