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Are Bat Houses Right for My Property?

When natural habitat is not available or can’t be managed for one reason or another, landowners may opt to provide artificial habitat. Bat houses are an example of how man-made structures can provide roosting habitat where none were previously found and encourage bats to use and frequent an area.

Grazing Effects on Wildlife

With more than 95% of Oklahoma’s land being held in private ownership and livestock production being a major driver in Oklahoma’s economy, the practice of properly grazing livestock is vital to the health of our ecosystems and overall resiliency of our state.

Controlling Chara

So, your pond has become inundated with chara. Chara, or muskgrass, can be handled using a variety of methods: mechanical, biological, or chemical. Each of these methods has its advantages and disadvantages. Mechanical removal is the simplest and cheapest method of control; biological control can take a while to see results; and chemical control tends to be the most expensive method of removal.

Wildlife Food for Thought: Texas Bullnettle

Few plants demand greater respect than Texas bullnettle, and for good reason. After all, its spine-covered look can be intimidating! But the plants boast of benefits too, especially for wildlife. For bird lovers of dove, turkey, and quail, managing for bullnettle – or at least tolerating its presence – may well be worth considering.