Ecology and management of blackbirds (Icteridae) in North America / editors, George M. Linz, Michael L. Avery, and Richard A. Dolbeer.

Includes bibliographical references.

chapter 1 History of Regulations, Policy, and Research Related to Conflicts between Blackbirds and People -- chapter 2 Ecology and Management of Red-Winged Blackbirds -- chapter 3 Ecology of Yellow-Headed Blackbirds -- chapter 4 Ecology and Management of the Common Grackle -- chapter 5 The Brown-Headed Cowbird: Ecology and Management of an Avian Brood Parasite -- chapter 6 Effects of Habitat and Climate on Blackbird Populations -- chapter 7 Dynamics and Management of Blackbird Populations -- chapter 8 Chemical Repellents -- chapter 9 Frightening Devices -- chapter 10 Strategies for Evading Blackbird Damage -- chapter 11 Allowable Take of Red-Winged Blackbirds in the Northern Great Plains -- chapter 12 The Economic Impact of Blackbird Damage to Crops -- chapter 13 The Future of Blackbird Management Research.