Fur Numbers Released

Fur trappers in northeastern Minnesota caught more animals overall during the 2009 season.

Numbers released by the Department of Natural Resources show a 13 per cent increase with trappers taking in more marten, otter and bobcat than the year before.

Trappers, who registered in International Falls, reported catching 13 more marten than in 2008, but the numbers were slightly lower for fisher, otter and bobcat.