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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For many forest products, there has been an increase in demand and prices are at historic highs. This is especially true for lumber prices. ...
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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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The hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA), Adelges tsugae, is a nonnative, invasive insect pest that colonizes, feeds on the sap of, and ulti...
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Each year more than 3 million chainsaws are sold in the United States to users with a variety of skills and experience. This inheren...
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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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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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Eastern bluebirds are a popular species to observe among bird enthusiast and homeowners. Preferring open areas, eastern bluebi...
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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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