Animal impacts

Norbert V. DeByle

Treesearch

Animal impacts

Informally Refereed

Authors:

Norbert V. DeByle

Year:

1985

Type:

General Technical Report

Station:

Rocky Mountain Research Station

Source:

In: DeByle, Norbert V.; Winokur, Robert P., editors. Aspen: Ecology and management in the western United States. USDA Forest Service General Technical Report RM-119. Rocky Mountain Forest and Range Experiment Station, Fort Collins, Colo. p. 115-123

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Abstract

The aspen ecosystem is rich in number and species of animals, especially in comparison to associated coniferous forest types. This natural species diversity and richness has been both increased and influenced by the introduction of domestic livestock. The high value of the aspen type as a forage resource for livestock and as forage and cover for wildlife makes the subject of animal impacts important to understanding and management of this ecosystem.

Parent Publication

Aspen: Ecology and management in the western United States

Keywords

Populus tremuloides, quaking aspen, ecology, forest management, livestock, forage, wildlife

Citation

DeByle, Norbert V. 1985. Animal impacts. In: DeByle, Norbert V.; Winokur, Robert P., editors. Aspen: Ecology and management in the western United States. USDA Forest Service General Technical Report RM-119. Rocky Mountain Forest and Range Experiment Station, Fort Collins, Colo. p. 115-123