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rearing conditions. The mallard continues to increase in numbers in the 
Northeast. This year the ring-necked duck appears in the tabulation, reflecting 
the general observed trend of expanding and increasing its breeding range and 
density. 
Summary 
No significant changes in production are noted in the principal 
breeding species, the black duck and wood duck. The variations noted in Table II 
do not appear important. 
Table I.- Number of Comparable Areas by States Showing Status of Production. 
Comparable 
State Areas Increase No Change Decrease 
Connecticut 35 12 5 18 
Delaware 2 1 0 | 1 
Maine 38 14 7 17 
Massachusetts 5 PA 0 3 
New Hampshire 7 4 2 1 
New Jersey 4 Z 0 Z 
New York 17 8 3 6 
Rhode Island 12 4 0 8 
Vermont l ] 0 0 
West Virginia 2 l I 0 


Total 123 49 18 56 
