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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The ForestHER Podcast Series is for everyone interested in the natural world. ForestHER workshops started in 2016 and focused primarily on g...
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Gray squirrels are an ecologically important species in Alabama. Their food caching is an important part of seed dispersal and propa...
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This is the fourth in a four-part series on the use of prescribed fire in forested settings. Learn how prescribed fire benefits sele...
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Nontimber forest products are commonly used in the foliage and floral industries. Management for these products can diversify inco...
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Popularly known by the cultivar name 'Bradford' pear, Callery pear has become an invasive species in natural and disturbed environme...
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Knowing how to identify these poisonous plants can help you avoid an itchy experience. Learn what to look for, how to treat allergic...
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Alabama landowners should be aware of another looming threat to the health of some Alabama forests; the Emerald ash borer (EAB). This insect...
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This invasive plant can greatly reduce forage productivity. Learn important measures you can take to prevent its spread.
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The importance of forest roads and consideration of their proper design is frequently neglected by forest landowners. Some forests such as w...
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As a forest worker in the Southeast, you are likely to encounter a variety of wildlife while on the job. The ability to identify snakes wh...
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Smart devices and unmanned aerial systems (UASs) are making geospatial technology more affordable, easy-to-use, and adoptable for a broader ...
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