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Animal Observation: Learning Without Disturbing

As climate change and habitat destruction become more of a public concern, the popularity the Animal Planet channel has grown as it seeks to educate viewers about the importance of wildlife preservation and the role human interaction has in these...

The Origins of Earth and Arbor Day

Two important holidays that celebration our connection to nature fall in April. The first, Earth Day, falls on April 21st and marks the 48th anniversary of the day when millions of people initiated a peaceful protest to voice their views...

Have scientists found an Achilles heel for white-nose syndrome?

White-nose syndrome is a fatal disease that has devastated bat populations in parts of the United States and Canada. In a recent study published by the USDA Forest Service Northern Research Station, a surprising result regarding treatment and eradication of...

Can old-growth forests protect some vulnerable bird species from temperature shifts?

A new study published in Diversity and Distributions noted old-growth forests, with their diverse tree sizes and species may provide refuge for bird species in population decline resulting from climate shifts. Researchers at Oregon State University’s College of Forestry noted...

Effective Firebreaks for Safe Use of Prescribed Fire

Prescribed fire is a great tool to improve the food and cover for a variety of wildlife species on your property. One of the most important aspects of using prescribed fire is making sure the fire is conducted safely. This...

Video: Calibrating a No-Till Drill for Conservation Plantings and Wildlife Food Plots

Planting at the proper seeding rate is an important step to ensure a successful native warm-season grass and forb planting or a wildlife food plot. This video will discuss how to properly calibrate the seeding rate for a Truax No-Till...

Video: Handling Harvested Game-Field Dressing

In this new video series Handling Harvested Game: Field Dressing, wildlife biologist Bob Cordes with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife shows how to properly treat and handle deer in order to receive the best results for your...

Publication Helps Landowners and Managers Improve Native Warm-Season Grass Stands for Wildlife

A new extension publication co-authored by Purdue Extension Wildlife Specialist, Jarred Brooke, and University of Tennessee Extension Wildlife Specialist, Dr. Craig Harper, provides landowners and land managers with practical recommendations to assist in the management and renovation of existing native-warm season...

Publication: Resources and Assistance Available for Planting Hardwood Seedlings

Successfully starting a tree plantation involves several steps, ideally starting with preparation a year or more before the seedlings are planted. This updated publication with current resources titled Resources and Assistance Available for Planting Hardwood Seedlings, landowners can find valuable information...

Question: How do I properly relocate raccoons from my attic?

Question I have raccoons in my attic. Before I evict them, I want to provide an alternate place for them to go. There aren't really enough trees around here anyway, so I want to make a raccoon house or two....

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