Most lightning strikes will likely occur in rural forests; some will happen in urban areas. Urban trees provide numerous benefits rangin...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Spiders aren’t for everyone. Some people may find them terrifying, but others may find their natural beauty st...
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Climate-Smart Forestry (CSF) offers a natural climate solution to the rise of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere. Benefits can range fro...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The adoption and utilization of new, portable tools have quite literally changed people's perspective of the wor...
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Kudzu is a classic example of a plant that was introduced with good intentions but that resulted in bad outcomes. Learn about th...
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Planting cool-season food plots for white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) and other wildlife not only provides hunting opportunities bu...
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Know how to identify specific problems associated with gray squirrels and learn the recommended management strategies for homeowners...
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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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Living near intrusive neighbors can be a challenge. Especially when they howl in the middle of the night, slither through your yard,...
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Learn beaver control techniques, proofing, trapping, and other methods.
In the 1930s, beaver populations in Alabama were reduced to about...
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Approximately 40 species of snakes occur in Alabama, and only six of these are venomous. Yet these six attract a lot of attention. Get a cro...
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Bluebirds, robins, chickadees, titmice, wrens, and purple martins adapt easily to using bird houses. They will choose rural or urban...
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