ranchers

ranchers Although mink are native to Labrador they were introduced to Newfoundland. Mink were first im- ported into insular Newfoundland by the provincial government in 1935. Mink were being distributed to ranchers across the island by 1937. A number of the captive mink escaped from various ranches...

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Summary:ranchers Although mink are native to Labrador they were introduced to Newfoundland. Mink were first im- ported into insular Newfoundland by the provincial government in 1935. Mink were being distributed to ranchers across the island by 1937. A number of the captive mink escaped from various ranches and by the early 40's mink had become established in the wild at various points on the island. . . . "Wild"mink are now an established part of our mammal fauna. PRINTED ITEM W. Kirwin - 1/75 JH 3/75 Not used Not used Withdrawn