The following publications cover topics related to Wildlife Ecology and Management. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Enhancing White-Tailed Deer Habitats on Your Property: Evaluating Habitat
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White-tailed deer are one of Missouri’s most valuable resources, and many landowners are interested in managing properties to improve their habitat conditions.
Enhancing White-Tailed Deer Habitats on Your Property: Woodlands and Forests
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The ability of a landscape to support a white-tailed deer population is largely influenced by the type of vegetation present and the land-use decisions made.
Wild Turkey Biology and Habitat Management in Missouri
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Missouri's wild turkey population was in danger of disappearing. Visit our site to learn about Wild Turkey Biology and Habitat Management in Missouri.
Ecology and Management of Mourning Doves in Missouri
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Mourning doves are among the most popular migratory game birds in Missouri.
Using Native Warm-Season Grass, Forb and Legume Mixtures for Biomass, Livestock Forage and Wildlife Benefits: A Case Study
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Explore a case study on using native warm-season grass, forb, and legume mixtures for biomass, livestock forage, and wildlife benefits in Missouri.
Enhancing White-Tailed Deer Habitats on Your Property: Food Plots
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Landowners who are managing their land for white-tailed deer may consider planting food plots to provide a supplemental food source.
Managing Oaks for Acorn Production to Benefit Wildlife in Missouri
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Learn techniques to manage oak woodlands for increased acorn production, enhancing food sources and habitats for Missouri wildlife such as deer and turkeys.
Missouri Bobwhite Quail Habitat Appraisal Guide
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The Missouri Bobwhite Quail Habitat Appraisal Guide helps landowners assess and improve their property's potential to support bobwhite quail populations.
Hunting Doves on Agricultural Lands in Missouri
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Learn about baiting regulations and the differences between baiting and what constitutes a normal agricultural operation in Missouri.
Establishing and Managing Early Successional Habitats for Wildlife on Agricultural Lands
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Learn to enhance wildlife habitats on farms with practical strategies for quail, grassland birds, and rabbits, integrating conservation with crop management.
Methods for Counting Quail on Your Property
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This guide describes methods for estimating quail populations on a property and techniques for monitoring population fluctuations over time.
Enhancing White-Tailed Deer Habitats on Your Property: Early Successional Vegetation
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Enhance deer habitats by managing early successional vegetation, offering essential forage and cover through strategic plant diversity and habitat disturbance.
Ecology and Management of Cottontail Rabbits in Missouri
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This publication describes how landowners can create habitat that will attract cottontails to their property.
Integrating Woodland and Wildlife Management Practices on Your Property
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Many landowners manage property for wood products and enhanced wildlife habitat. Forest and wildlife management are not only compatible, they are interrelated.
Assessing Wildlife Habitats and Natural Resources in Neighborhoods and Urban Environments: A Planning Guide for Wildlife Habitats in Urban Areas
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Use this assessment tool to get information on the wildlife and vegetation in an area to develop a plan to protect, or establish, and manage native vegetation.
Establishing Mixtures of Native Warm-Season Grasses and Forbs for Potential Biomass, Forage and Wildlife Habitat
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Establishing native warm-season grass, forb, and legume mixtures enhances biomass production, livestock forage, and wildlife habitat in Missouri.
Integrating Practices That Benefit Wildlife With Crops Grown for Biomass in Missouri
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Learn how to integrate wildlife-friendly practices into biomass crop production in Missouri, including using mixed stands and strategic field layouts.
Implementing Quality Deer Management on Your Property
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This publication provides guidance on implementing quality deer management (QDM) strategies to enhance white-tailed deer populations in Missouri.
Nest Boxes for Wildlife
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Suitable cover is often limited on a farm or in a residential area. Providing nest boxes can make these environments more habitable for wildlife.
Attracting Purple Martins to Your Property
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Purple martins are beneficial birds to have around because they eat insects. Learn how to manage nest boxes to attract purple martins to your property.
Biology and Management of Wood Ducks in Missouri
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Wood ducks are one of Missouri's most beautiful water birds. Thanks to conservation efforts, the wood duck population has rebounded.
Field Borders for Agronomic, Economic and Wildlife Benefits
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Learn how to make and maintain field borders to reduce soil erosion, protect soil and water quality and provide wildlife and pollinator habitat.
Attracting Bluebirds to Your Property
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Discover how to attract bluebirds by building and placing nest boxes in suitable habitats.
Biology and Management of the American Woodcock in Missouri
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This guide provides information on woodcock biology, their life cycle and habitat needs so landowners can improve habitats for woodcock on their property.
Attracting Barn Owls to Your Property
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Learn how to create, place and maintain nesting boxes to attract barn owls to your property. They are desirable for controlling nuisance rodent populations.