Fishers: Habitat and Behavior

In Solon, Maine, warden Tom McKenney collaborates with wildlife rehabilitator Don Cody to rescue and rehabilitate a fisher found in a tree cut down by a local resident. The fisher, a member of the weasel family native to North America, was raised by Don and is now ready to be released back into the wild. The video discusses the challenges of raising fishers, their behavior, and their role in the ecosystem. The release of the fisher back into the wild is a moment of triumph, highlighting the importance of giving wildlife a second chance.

Where does the initial meeting between Tom McKenney and Don Cody take place?

• Solon, Maine

• Portland, Oregon

• New York, New York

• Boston, Massachusetts

What happened to the three baby fishers found in the tree?

• They were relocated to another forest

• All survived and were released immediately

• Two died, and one was raised by Don Cody

• They were all taken to a zoo

Fishers belong to which family of animals?

• Weasel

• Canine

• Rodent

• Feline

In which regions are fishers primarily found?

• South America

• North America

• Europe

• Asia

How do fishers compare to other animals in terms of behavior when raised?

• They are very docile and friendly

• They are indifferent to human interaction

• They can be quite nasty and aggressive

• They are easy to train

What is a notable characteristic of fishers in the Maine woods?

• They are the slowest movers

• They are the largest animals

• They are the fiercest pound for pound

• They are the most colorful

What types of animals do fishers typically prey on?

• Birds and insects

• Porcupines and squirrels

• Fish and amphibians

• Deer and moose

What is the significance of releasing the rehabilitated fishers back into the wild?

• It helps control the population of other animals

• It provides them a second chance at life

• It reduces the workload of wildlife rehabilitators

• It increases tourism in the area

Who expressed happiness about the fisher's recovery and return?

• The man who found the injured fisher

• The local government

• A local news reporter

• A group of tourists