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FireStorm in the Forest - study guide pdf FORESTS, TREES & WOOD StudyGuide PDF Red Tail Publishing P.O. Box 1477 Anderson, CA 96007 800-473-3884 info@redtail.com
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Wildlife
This online Study Guide is provided as a complement to the
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Wildlife is one of the natural resources in a forest. Knowing about the animals of a forest is important to the forest plan. Forests that are managed have the capability to work for all types of animals. It is the responsibility of the resource professionals to know about the animals native to their area. A wildlife survey is done before a plan is made to care for the forest. This survey is a part of a forester's job and may involve a wildlife biologist.
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The following questions may be answered during a wildlife survey. What kind of wildlife is found here? What kind of habitat does that wildlife like? What kind of food do the animals like? How will animals respond to a change in the habitat? Do all animals have the same needs? Are the animals too crowded in this one area? Could this area support more animals? Are the animals endangered or threatened? What can we do to improve the existing habitat? Is this area more sensitive during the breeding season? |
Things done in a managed forest to improve wildlife habitat. Prevent wild fires. Use Control burns. Leave old snags for bird nests and other critter homes. Thin areas that are too crowded for animals. Create openings to provide food and corridors. Plant new trees. Restore meadows and other areas. Restrict certain activities in critical areas. Restrict activities during critical breeding seasons. Encourage responsible recreation by forest visitors. |