Genetic analyses of avian influenza in wild birds can help pinpoint likely carrier species and geographic hot spots where Eurasian viruses would be most likely to enter North America, according to new U.S. Geological Survey research.

U.S. and Japanese scientists say they've found genetic evidence that wild migratory birds may carry the avian influenza virus between Asia and North America. Scientists with the U.S. Geological Survey, the U.S.

By Bob Lamb, La Crosse Tribune, Wis. Oct. 18--ast weekend's second duck hunting opener was better than the regular opener in late September, according to specialist Bill Thrune with the Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Refuge in Onalaska, Wis.

This week's waterfowl reports were provided by the national pro staffers from Memphis-based Avery Outdoors: Regina, Saskatchewan Pro staffer: Mike Hungle. Weather: Daytime highs well below freezing and high winds are making things miserable. Snow c over: About 8 inches.

By JOE MACALUSO There's a word Louisiana wild waterfowl hunters have come to know all too well. It's Latin - caveat - and, for waterfowlers, it means lots of things most of which has to do with not letting expectations exceed reality.