Low Bird Numbers Reported in Northern Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources says area hunters are reporting a below-average number of birds.

Conservation Officer Ben Huener in Roseau says grouse hunters have had below-average numbers so far this hunting season. Officer Tony Hams in Warroad says small-game hunters there are reporting limited success.

Meanwhile, Conservation Officer Jeremy Woinarowicz in Thief River Falls says enforcement action was taken last week for angling without a license, possessing illegal-length fish, taking fish while privileges are suspended, operating an ATV on a public highway, no ATV safety training, and no motorcycle endorsement.