Title: (Optional) Describe best management practices for wildlife.
Course: Agricultural Production Technology (18301-I) > Section: Managing Natural Resources

Description should include an emphasis on the importance of

- establishing permanent vegetation for wildlife
- controlling noxious weeds and non-native invasive plants
- creating snags and tree shelters
- improving forest edges
- identifying herbaceous forest openings
- identifying nesting structures
- releasing trees and shrubs
- managing spring seep
- protecting the environment (e.g., riparian buffers)
- managing wildlife populations (e.g., game, waterfowl, fish)
- managing nuisance animals.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What species of game, waterfowl, and fish are common to Virginia?
- How do riparian buffers protect the environment?
- What are some endangered wildlife species in Virginia?
- What are three tree species that exhibit high timber value and provide significant benefit to wildlife?