Aspects of the Thermal Ecology of Bobwhites in North Texas

Aspects of the Thermal Ecology of Bobwhites in North Texas

Author: Fred S. Guthery

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13:

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We studied the thermal ecology of northern bobwhites (Colinus virginianus) to better understand the role of temperature in the field behavior of these birds. We obtained descriptive data on thermal aspects of the landscape; bobwhite selection for Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI; vegetation biomass) classes and cover associations relative to their thermal properties; and thermal conditions at nests, mid-day coverts, and roosts. We collected data on 796-ha area in the Texas Rolling Plains during May 2000-July 2003 using satellite imagery, black-bulb temperature probes, mortality- and temperature-sensing radiotransmitters, and continuous-recording video cameras for nest observations"--page 1.


Rangeland Wildlife Ecology and Conservation

Rangeland Wildlife Ecology and Conservation

Author: Lance B. McNew

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2023-09-01

Total Pages: 1017

ISBN-13: 303134037X

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This open access book reviews the importance of ecological functioning within rangelands considering the complex inter-relationships of production agriculture, ecosystem services, biodiversity, and wildlife habitat. More than half of all lands worldwide, and up to 70% of the western USA, are classified as rangelands—uncultivated lands that often support grazing by domestic livestock. The rangelands of North America provide a vast array of goods and services, including significant economic benefit to local communities, while providing critical habitat for hundreds of species of fish and wildlife. This book provides compendium of recent data and synthesis from more than 100 experts in wildlife and rangeland ecology in Western North America. It provides a current and in-depth synthesis of knowledge related to wildlife ecology in rangeland ecosystems, and the tools used to manage them, to serve current and future wildlife biologists and rangeland managers in the working landscapes of the West. The book also identifies information gaps and serves as a jumping-off point for future research of wildlife in rangeland ecosystems. While the content focuses on wildlife ecology and management in rangelands of Western North America, the material has important implications for rangeland ecosystems worldwide.


Ecology Abstracts

Ecology Abstracts

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 764

ISBN-13:

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Coverage: 1982- current; updated: monthly. This database covers current ecology research across a wide range of disciplines, reflecting recent advances in light of growing evidence regarding global environmental change and destruction. Major ares of subject coverage include: Algae/lichens, Animals, Annelids, Aquatic ecosystems, Arachnids, Arid zones, Birds, Brackish water, Bryophytes/pteridophytes, Coastal ecosystems, Conifers, Conservation, Control, Crustaceans, Ecosyst em studies, Fungi, Grasses, Grasslands, High altitude environments, Human ecology, Insects, Legumes, Mammals, Management, Microorganisms, Molluscs, Nematodes, Paleo-ecology, Plants, Pollution studies, Reptiles, River basins, Soil, TAiga/tundra, Terrestrial ecosystems, Vertebrates, Wetlands, Woodlands.


Fire Ecology

Fire Ecology

Author: Henry A. Wright

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 1982-03-18

Total Pages: 546

ISBN-13: 9780471090335

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Regional Silviculture of the United States, 2nd Edition John W. Barrett This is the only regional silviculture text now on the market. It assesses the significant biological, physical, and economic qualities of forest regions in the continental U.S., and their effect on silviculture practices. The first chapter provides an overview of the forests of the U.S. and introduces the topic of social and institutional constraints on silviculture. Subsequent chapters each deal with a specific forest region, are written by a person intimately acquainted with the locality, and follow a regular outline to provide cohesion and facilitate regional comparisons. 1980 551 pp. Forest Ecology, 3rd Edition Stephen H. Spurr and Burton V. Barnes The growing interest and literature in this field created a need for a fresh updating of this classic text. It remains a comprehensive yet highly readable account of real world forests, including ecological aspects of successful forest management. Broad coverage embraces genetics and variation, environmental factors, site, community relations, ecosystem studies, glacial forest history, post-settlement history, compostition and succession. 1980 687 pp. Wildlife Biology, 2nd Edition Raymond F. Dasmann This updated and revised edition of the standard introductory text brings together the principles of ecology and population biology and the practice of wildlife conservation and management. It presents basic information on the value and present status of wild animal life, including a history of human relationships with and attitudes toward wildlife. Examines wildlife within the context of ecosystems, indicating why single-species approaches to conservation and management often fail. 1981 212 pp.


Wildlife Science

Wildlife Science

Author: Timothy E. Fulbright

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2007-06-20

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 1420007610

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Consciously or not, wildlife managers generally act from a theoretical basis, although they may not be fully versed in the details or ramifications of that theory. In practice, the predictions of the practitioners sometimes prove more accurate than those of the theoreticians. Practitioners and theoreticians need to work together, but this proves di