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What Does A Sage-Grouse Eat?, David K. Dahlgren, Eric T. Thacker, Terry A. Messer
What Does A Sage-Grouse Eat?, David K. Dahlgren, Eric T. Thacker, Terry A. Messer
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Although sage-grouse may eat only sagebrush during the winter, knowing that they need to eat other foods at other times of the year helps wildlife managers implement projects that will ensure a balanced diet. By knowing what a sage-grouse eats and when, we can determine what we need to do to maintain and improve populations and their habitats.
Finding Bambi - What To Do With Mule Deer Fawns, Nicki Frey
Finding Bambi - What To Do With Mule Deer Fawns, Nicki Frey
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This fact sheet describes what to do if you encounter mule deer fawns that appear to be abandoned.
Selecting Trees For High Elevations, Michael R. Kuhns, Megan Dettenmaier
Selecting Trees For High Elevations, Michael R. Kuhns, Megan Dettenmaier
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This fact sheet describes the importance of careful species selection when planning and planting cultivated landscapes in unique, high elevation conditions in Utah. We recommend native and non-native tree species that can stand the stresses of living above 5,000 feet.
Managing Rock Squirrels In Utah, Nicki Frey
Managing Rock Squirrels In Utah, Nicki Frey
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Although they do not exist in large colonies like other ground squirrels, rock squirrels can still sometimes generate conflicts with homeowners and farmers alike. Most damage occurs when a few rock squirrels take residence in a homeowner’s back yard, and begin to forage on garden vegetables and fruit trees. There are several direct and indirect ways that private landowners can manage and reduce rock squirrels on their property. This fact sheet give management tips.
Bats And Rabies In Utah, Nicki Frey
Bats And Rabies In Utah, Nicki Frey
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This fact sheet describes the 10 species of bats found in Utah, what to do if you are bitten and how to avoid contracting diseases from them.
Gardening In Sandy Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon
Gardening In Sandy Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon
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This fact sheet covers the basics of clay, silt and sand soils with an emphasis on gardening in soils with a high sand content. It includes information on the composition of sandy soils, gardening tips for managing sandy soils, and the types of plants that grow best in sandy soils.
Gardening In Clay Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon
Gardening In Clay Soils, Katie Wagner, Michael R. Kuhns, Grant Cardon
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This fact sheet covers the basics of clay, silt and sand soils with an emphasis on gardening in soils with a high clay content. It includes information on the composition of clay soils, gardening tips for managing clay soils, and the types of plants that grow best in clay soils.
Federal Lands Grazing Permits, Managing Rangeland Resources, James D. Keyes, Jamie J. Keyes
Federal Lands Grazing Permits, Managing Rangeland Resources, James D. Keyes, Jamie J. Keyes
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This fact sheet describes federal lands grazing permits, how they came about, structure of the permit, grazing systems, administration, and costs.
Translating The Endangered Species Act, Nicole Frey
Translating The Endangered Species Act, Nicole Frey
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This fact sheet briefly explains the major concepts and terminology of the Endangered Species Act, and increases readers ability to understand the activities of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Managing Utah Prairie Dogs On Private Lands, S. Nicole Frey
Managing Utah Prairie Dogs On Private Lands, S. Nicole Frey
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The Utah prairie dog is found only in Southern Utah. While beneficial to ecosystem health, the Utah prairie dog has historically been in conflict with agriculture and other human activities. This fact sheet describes recent changes to laws regarding Utah prairie dogs and new conservation programs that allow residents of southern Utah to both remove offending animals and conserve Utah prairie dog colonies.