Description
Often, the term “clearcut” is viewed as a 4-lettered word when it comes to forest or wildlife management. But, can clearcuts provide vital resources for songbirds – including those species typically associated with mature closed canopy forests? Join us for our conversation with Dr. Patrick Ruhl as we explore his research into songbird use of clearcuts in Indiana.
Steve Hagenbuch - https://vt.audubon.org/contact/steve-hagenbuch
Audubon Vermont - https://vt.audubon.org/
Resources mentioned in episode:
Foresters for the Birds: Vermont - https://vt.audubon.org/conservation/foresters-birds
Foresters for the Birds Demonstration Sites - https://vt.audubon.org/conservation/forestry-birds-demonstration-sites
Foresters for the Birds: Birder’s Dozen - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/static_pages/attachments/birdersdozen.pdf
Forest Bird Habitat Assessment - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/assessment-guide.pdf
Birds with Silviculture in Mind - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/bird-guide.pdf
Silviculture with Birds in Mind - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/silviculture-options_0.pdf
Bird Friendly Maple Project - https://vt.audubon.org/conservation/working-lands/landing/bird-friendly-maple-project