Abstract:
"Thirty-six live fishers (Martes pennanti), caught in central British Columbia, were released at three sites in western Montana in 1959 and 1960 in an effort to reestablish the species where it had been extirpated. Seven of these animals were recaptured at various intervals as long as 73 months after release. Analysis of the carcasses showed evidence of normal reproduction. Fourteen untagged animals, which probably represent progeny of the transplanted animals, have also been caught. Tentatively, it appears that at least one of the transplants was successful." P. 977

"The Forest Service had special interest in the transplants because…fishers preyed extensively on porcupines. The Montana Fish and Game Department wished to reestablish the fisher because of its value as a furbearer." P. 977

"The trapped animals were taken in traps set for mink, wolverine, bobcat, and lynx." "…fishers are vulnerable and should receive maximum protection after being transplanted." P. 979