Effects of Fire on Wildlife
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- December 7, 2021
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Overview
The belief that fire on Texas rangelands is detrimental to wildlife is a misconception. This publication explains the ways in which prescribed rangeland fire plays a critical and positive role for humans and animals. Included are descriptions of types of burning and their effect on rangeland as well as summaries of fire effects on a variety of wildlife types. (5 pages)
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