Treating mature stands for wildlife

Abstract

Stands older than 60 years or that are medium to large sawtimber size generally provide good wildlife habitat. Mature trees usually produce abundant mast and provide den sites (see fig. 1 in Note 9.04 Treating Immature Stands). The undergrowth in these stands produces moderate amounts of browse and herbage. Mature stands also provide opportunities for management because medium-to-large sawtimber-size trees are valuable for timber products.

Parent Publication

• Central hardwood notes

Citation

Healy, William H.; Houf, Gary F. 1989. Treating mature stands for wildlife. In: Hutchinson, Jay G., ed. Central hardwood notes. St. Paul, MN.: U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Forest Experiment Station. 9.05