Handbook for Terrestrial Wildlife Habitat Development on Dredged Material.
Abstract
This study of terrestrial wildlife habitat development on dredged material within the contiguous United States compiles existing published and unpublished data into a user-oriented handbook. A general list of 250 plant species with food and cover value for wildlife is indexed by life form and state; a synopsis is given for each of 100 plant species chosen from the general list on the basis of their importance to wildlife, ease of establishment, and geographic distribution. Each synopsis includes a description and discussion of habitat, soil requirements, establishment and maintenance, disease and insect problems, and wildlife value. A range map and illustration are given along with appropriate miscellaneous comments. The handbook also outlines a suggested approach for developing terrestrial wildlife habitat on dredged material; discusses wildlife species inhabiting dredged material areas; and recommends techniques for propagation, establishment, and maintenance of plantings. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA061114