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Read More about Talladega County Annual Report 2020–2021
Learn the physical characteristics, life history, habitat needs and management, food requirements, and nesting preferences of the colorful w...
Read More about Wood Duck Management In Alabama
Tick populations are rising in Alabama. Ticks thrive in high humidity situations. The recent hot weather and heavy rainfall the state has re...
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Applying the principles of Hopkins’ Law can help you determine your planting schedule based on predicted bloom times for your location.
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Read More about Estimating Alabama Bloom Times Using Hopkins’ Bioclimatic Law
It’s not unusual to see invasive species growing along roadside, in woodlots, and backyards all over Alabama. The mimosa or silk tree (Alb...
Read More about The Mimosa Tree: Beautiful But Invasive
The shorelines of lakes, ponds, and rivers are valuable to people and wildlife. However, the qualities that make them attractive to wildlife...
Read More about Deadwood: Providing Valuable Aquatic Habitats
The gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) is a native turtle species that is found in 26 of Alabama’s 67 counties. Gopher tortoises are so...
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Plants play an important role in rain garden function:
Provide wildlife habitat and seasonal aesthetic appeal § Take up nutrie...
Read More about Step 6: Choose the Right Time, Right Plant, Right Place
Damage to your property may be caused by moles or voles. Knowing the difference between the two animals is essential to controlling ...
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Black Bear – Alabama’s Official State Mammal
American Black Bear (Ursus americanus)
Black bears can be...
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Stream Bank Erosion
As cities and neighborhoods become more developed, more impervious surfaces (concrete, asphalt, rooftops) are covering ...
Read More about Guide to Harvesting and Planting Live Stakes for Stream Restoration
Before planting a food plot, land managers should always have the soil tested for nutrient and pH levels. Applying recommended amend...
Read More about Soil Testing, Liming, and Fertilizing Wildlife Food Plots