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Cavity-Nesting Birds and Small Woodlands
Many birds utilize cavities for roosting, resting, cover, or other purposes during some time of the year to ensure their survival in forested areas in Oregon and Washington. These colorful, active, and interesting bird species have important ecological roles that enhance the beauty and ecological health of woodlands. Cavity-Nesting Birds and Small Woodlands (PDF)
Amphibians in Managed Woodlands
Amphibians in Managed Woodlands: Tools for Family Forestland Owners Amphibians are among the most ancient vertebrate fauna on earth. There are 32 species of amphibians found in Oregon and Washington. Many are strongly associated with freshwater habitats, such as rivers, streams, wetlands, and artificial ponds. Amphibians are of great ecological importance and can be found […]
Managing for Deer and Elk on Small Woodlands
Both deer and elk play important roles in the ecology and culture of the Pacific Northwest. These iconic animals can provide both substantial benefits to woodland owners through viewing and hunting, but can also be considered pest due to the damage they are known to cause. There are many pressures on habitat for these species. […]
Bats and Small Woodlands
Bats are small flying mammals that come out at night, emerging from crevices in rocks, trees, caves, bridges and buildings with the ability to fly in complete darkness! Bats are a remarkably diverse and wide spread species group, with important ecological roles. Bats and Small Woodlands (PDF)
Habitat Management for Turkeys on Small Woodlands
Seeing flocks of wild turkeys along forest roads and in adjacent small fields is increasingly common throughout much of the forested areas of Oregon and Washington. Many forest land owners can long remember turkeys showing up at livestock feeding stations in winter, hearing the loud gobbling of the males echoing across forest land during the […]
Managing Forest Habitats for Migrant Songbirds
Hearing the song of a yellow-rumped warbler or an olive-sided flycatcher during the early morning hours is a sure sign that spring has arrived. Many bird enthusiasts look forward to the annual return of birds we associate with the end of winter. The majority of the bird species that spend the spring and summer in […]
Managing Pacific Northwest Forests for Band-Tailed Pigeons
The family of birds that includes pigeons and doves is found throughout temperate and tropical regions of the world. Three species of wild pigeons and three species of doves existed until 1913 in North America, when the single remaining passenger pigeon died in a Cincinnati zoo. A second species of forest pigeon continues to occur […]
Managing Small Woodlands For Grouse
The Northwest has six of the ten species of North American grouse. Three of the species are found in forested areas and may be impacted by operations on small woodlands. Forest grouse of the Northwest include the ruffed grouse (Bonasa umbellus), the blue grouse (Dendragapus obscurus), and the Franklin’s or spruce grouse (Dendragapus canadensis). The […]
Managing Small Woodlands for Raptors
Managing Small Woodlands for Raptors: Oregon & Washington The soaring wings, sharp talons and intense eyes of raptors, have long inspired people. Raptors, or birds of prey, include hawks, eagles, osprey, falcons, owls and vultures. Raptors are powerful hunters and fill unique ecological roles, particularly by preying upon a variety of species including small mammals, […]
Managing Western Juniper for Wildlife
Western juniper can provide valuable habitat for many wildlife species. However, too many trees cause the loss of important understory plant species, a loss that can degrade wildlife habitat. When managing juniper woodlands for wildlife it is important to maintain a balance of plant layers, including wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees. This publication provides information […]
