The gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) is a native turtle species that is found in 26 of Alabama’s 67 counties. Gopher tortoises are so...
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Damage to your property may be caused by moles or voles. Knowing the difference between the two animals is essential to controlling ...
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New landowners and those who do not often sell timber need to know how timber is sold. They also need to know how to manage their la...
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Over time, fences fall, markings on trees fade, and property lines in forestland may not be evident. As with all forest management a...
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Birdwatching hasn’t always been a popular pastime. In the late 1800s most people were not interested in birding. Early ornithologists and ...
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This key can help you identify 69 of the most common native trees found in Alabama. Keys such as this one, which is based on a series of cho...
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Black Bear – Alabama’s Official State Mammal
American Black Bear (Ursus americanus)
Black bears can be...
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The negative effects of COVID-19 have been felt in every industry in every corner of the country. The links between seemingly discon...
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Before planting a food plot, land managers should always have the soil tested for nutrient and pH levels. Applying recommended amend...
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The Alabama Cooperative Extension System forestry, wildlife, and natural resources team invites you to subscribe to the Backyard to the Back...
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Even if an individual has never seen a skunk, they almost certainly have smelled one. Formerly classified as part of the weasel family, skun...
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Late winter and early spring can often be a dull time for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Deer season is over, and turkey season has yet to...
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