Human Disturbances to Waterfowl Human Disturbances to Waterfowl Annotated Bibliography 51. Dillon, S. T. 1956.
Fishing influences the use of the Bay by waterfowl.
This sport is extremely popular during the fall months and the passage of boats through the Bay is often a source of considerable disturbance. On very calm days waterfowl of all species present tend to gather on the open waters of the lake. This may reflect a preference on their part or it may be the result of disturbance by the generally increased boat traffic under such conditions.