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Old 06-24-2004 | 09:33 PM
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Default RE: Example of a Wildlife Management Plan

Ok, now take the plan to a second and third dimension.

Record deer harvest weights to note any trends. Estimate number of deer per square mile and determine safe carrying capacity of the native flora (not farm crops).

Identify all the native and non-native plant species. Begin program to eliminate non-native flora such as Buckthorn, honeysuckle, multifloral rose, garlic mustard, ect.

Record numbers of plant species in area and note species count as deer population rises. Fence small areas off to help protect native plants regeneration from browsing deer. Note habitat differences between fenced areas and nonfenced areas.

Record observed small animal and birds species sitings and note counts as habitat changes from high deer populations browsing prefered native plant species.

Having enough awarness and interest to make an actual deer plan and track progress is great! Just take it further, go beyond the deer, don't make your deer plan only one dimensional.

Fauna versus flora: Deer threaten wildlife
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