Wild Turkey Science

Habitat management = predator management | #66

Feb 20, 2024

The podcast delves into how habitat management influences predator control for wild turkeys, showcasing studies on prescribed burns reducing mammalian species richness. They discuss the impact of fire on predators like raccoons and gray foxes, emphasizing the need for precise habitat and predator management. The podcast highlights the benefits of habitat management in enhancing turkey productivity and conservation efforts in the eastern United States.

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Impacts of Prescribed Burns on Predator Abundance

04:03 • 11min

Camera Grid Study on Predator Detection

Managing Habitat and Predators: Impact of Fire and Precision

Impacts of Habitat Management on Predator Management

23:48 • 24min

Impacts of Habitat Management on Predator Abundance

47:31 • 22min

Prescribed Fires for Predator Management

01:09:03 • 4min

The Impact of Habitat Management on Turkey Populations

01:13:11 • 4min

Benefits of Habitat Management for Species Conservation

01:16:52 • 3min