urban wildlife management
DESCRIPTION
W. H. E. P. Urban Wildlife Management. Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program. Urban Wildlife Management Plan. Students learn how to evaluate, improve or create small areas of wildlife habitat for selected species which may live near areas of human development. Why This Event Is Of Value. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Urban Wildlife Management
PEW HWildlife Habitat Evaluation Program
![Page 2: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Urban Wildlife Management Plan Students learn how to evaluate, improve or
create small areas of wildlife habitat for selected species which may live near areas of human development.
![Page 3: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Why This Event Is Of Value
Students learn that although many people live in or near urban development they can still enjoy backyard wildlife.
Loss of habitat threatens many species. They learn that urban wildlife have the same
basic habitat needs. Participants “get a taste” of landscape design with
an emphasis on preserving habitat for wildlife.
![Page 4: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Urban Areas to Evaluate
Urban landscapes include seven categories.– 1. Urban forests– 2. Corridors– 3. Neighborhood parks, school grounds, and
golf courses– 4. Vacant land and open areas– 5. Residential homes– 6. Apartment and business lots– 7. Inner city
![Page 5: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Urban Wildlife Species
The species to be considered will be selected from a list of 16 animals, which are adapted and can survive near human development.
Robins, Butterflies, Cottontails, Fox Squirrels, Frogs, House Finches, House Sparrows, House Wrens, Hummingbirds, Common Nighthawks, Flickers, Raccoons, Pigeons, Sparrows, Starlings, & Bluebirds
![Page 6: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Urban WMP’s - Event
Wildlife Management Map (10 points) – Draw a diagram of the site showing wildlife habitat
and landscape features.
Wildlife Management Plan (20 points)– Write a one page management plan to explain your
habitat recommendations.
Team event - all 4 team members work together Time- 1 hour to complete
![Page 7: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Materials Provided
Project site with well-marked boundaries Field Condition Sheet
– Landowner Objectives– Target species– Sketch of site showing existing features– Scale of sketch map– Special considerations (cats, children, etc.)
Tools: colored pencils, grid paper, symbol diagram, paper
![Page 8: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
![Page 9: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
![Page 10: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
![Page 11: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
![Page 12: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
Urban Habitat Needs
Food– target species, seasonal availability, natural vs.
artificial, hazards
Water– location, depth, aquatic plants
Shelter– nesting, resting, hiding and predator protection
Corridors– travel and safety
![Page 13: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Urban Practices
Brush piles
CorridorsNesting boxes
Plant food plots
Plant mast treesPond constructionWater control structureWildlife damage management
![Page 14: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Additional Urban-Only Practices
Do not disturb nesting areas Plant flowers Rooftop / balcony gardensUse pesticide carefully
![Page 15: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Example From 99 National Event
Area: Park surrounding the Student Center on the Kansas State Univ. campus.
Objectives: – The manager of the Center is a member of the
Audubon Society and would like to see more Northern flickers and House wrens on the grounds.
– The President of KSU is a mammalogist and would like to provide habitat for cottontails, fox squirrels, and raccoons.
![Page 16: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Example (continued)
Special Considerations– The stream has a tendency to dry up during hot
summers.– The starling population has been increasing
during the last five years.– The Center wishes to maintain a visually-
pleasing landscape while promoting wildlife.
![Page 17: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
The Makings Of A Good Plan
– Restate the management objectives.– Identify the target species.– Determine which practices benefit each species.
![Page 18: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
![Page 19: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
CONTINUED
– Make an assessment of the current condition of the site.
– Justify why you did or did not change existing vegetation.
– Discuss conflicts and compromises.– How will you evaluate your success.
![Page 20: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
Things to Consider
Aesthetics : Does it make an attractive landscape? Arrangement: Is the food near cover, etc. Vertical habitat layers: grass, shrubs, trees Access and human traffic: trails, fences, etc. Timing: growth of vegetation, blooming or
fruiting season Plant characteristics: deciduous/ evergreen,
annual/ perennial
![Page 21: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
Training the Team
First must memorize the Urban Chart Organize a pattern or system for plan
development Practice writing using correct terminology Writing and drawing should be neat and legible Practice on a variety of urban sites Learn to work as a team and respect others
opinions
![Page 22: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
Everyone has an opinion…..
“Why did the chicken cross the road?”– Captain Kirk: To boldly go where no chicken has gone
before.– Einstein: It’s relative, the road actually moved under
the chicken.– Darwin: Over great periods of time, chickens have
been naturally selected to do this.– Cowboy: To prove to the armadillo that it could be
done!– Colonel Sanders: Golly, I missed one!
![Page 23: Urban Wildlife Management](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022081801/56813a44550346895da2345b/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)