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Through the Smoke: Spotted Owls, Wildfire, and Forest Restoration

Posted date: December 05, 2020

Publication Year:

2020

Authors: Cushman, Samuel A.; Ganey, Joseph L.; Jones, Gavin; Wan, Ho Yi - Humboldt State University; Malcolm, Karl - USDA Forest Service - Eastern Region; Hedwall, Shaula - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Document type: Other Documents

Description

Scientists at the Rocky Mountain Research Station are helping managers better understand how climate change, wildfire, and forest management interact to drive forest changes. It is important to define what those changes mean for the ecology and conservation of the Mexican spotted owl. In the Southwest, scientists and managers are working together to find ways to reduce the risk of future megafires while also maintaining critical nesting habitat.

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Research Topics:

Ecology, Ecosystems, & Environment; Animal ecology; Landscape ecology; Fire; Fire effects on environment; Natural Resource Management & Use; Conservation

National Strategic Program Areas:

Resource Management and Use

National Priority Research Areas:

Climate Change; Forest Disturbances; Localized Needs

RMRS Science Program Areas:

Forest and Woodland Ecosystems; Wildlife and Terrestrial Ecosystems

RMRS Strategic Priorities:

Disturbance Ecology; Species Endangerment

Geography:

Southwestern Region (R3); Arizona; New Mexico; Pacific Southwest Region (R5); California

Keywords:

Mexican Spotted Owl; habitat; owl habitat; owls; endangered species; climate change

https://www.fs.usda.gov/rmrs/documents-and-media/through-smoke-spotted-owls-wildfire-and-forest-restoration