Beef, Brush, and Bobwhites

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1603444750
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (34 download)

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Book Synopsis Beef, Brush, and Bobwhites by : Fidel Hernández

Download or read book Beef, Brush, and Bobwhites written by Fidel Hernández and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2012-01-31 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this completely revised Texas A&M University Press edition, Guthery and coauthor Fidel Hernández have breathed new life into a classic work that for more than twenty years has been teaching biologists, managers, and ranchers to "think like a quail." Updated with the latest research on quail habitat management, predator control, and recent issues such as aflatoxin contamination, Hernández and Guthery help land stewards understand the optimum conditions for encouraging and sustaining quail populations while continuing to manage rangeland for cattle production. Written in a style that is entertaining and easy to read, this book is, in Guthery’s words, "meant to be kept on the dashboard of your pickup." More than 150 helpful photographs and figures, along with supporting tables, accompany the text. In his foreword to this edition of Beef, Brush, and Bobwhites, respected Texas wildlife photographer Wyman Meinzer writes of how the calls of a covey of bobwhites—or the unfortunate absence of those calls—can remind us "that wildlife and habitat conservation is directly proportional to the quality of stewardship that we bestow on the land."

Beef, Brush and Bobwhites

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ISBN 13 : 9780912229157
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (291 download)

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Book Synopsis Beef, Brush and Bobwhites by : Fred S. Guthery

Download or read book Beef, Brush and Bobwhites written by Fred S. Guthery and published by . This book was released on 1986-05-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Texas Bobwhites

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Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 0292777973
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (927 download)

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Book Synopsis Texas Bobwhites by : Jon A. Larson

Download or read book Texas Bobwhites written by Jon A. Larson and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-08-25 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Northern bobwhites are one of the most popular game birds in the United States. In Texas alone, nearly 100,000 hunters take to the field each fall and winter to pursue wild bobwhite quail. Texas is arguably the last remaining state with sufficient habitat to provide quail-hunting opportunities on a grand scale, and Texas ranchers with good bobwhite habitat often generate a greater proportion of their income from fees paid by quail hunters than from livestock production. Managing and expanding bobwhite habitat makes good sense economically, and it benefits the environment as well. The rangelands and woodlands of Texas that produce quail also support scores of other species of wildlife. Texas Bobwhites is a field guide to the seeds commonly eaten by northern bobwhites, as well as a handbook for conserving and improving northern bobwhite habitat. It provides identifying characteristics for the seeds of 91 species of grasses, forbs, woody plants, and succulents. Each seed description includes a close-up and a scale photo of the seed and the plant that produces it, along with a range map. Using this information, hunters can readily identify concentrations of plants that are most likely to attract quail. Landowners and rangeland managers will greatly benefit from the book's state-of-the-art guidance for habitat management and restoration, including improving habitat dominated by invasive and nonnative grasses.

Texas Quails

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 9781585445035
Total Pages : 510 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (45 download)

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Book Synopsis Texas Quails by : Leonard A. Brennan

Download or read book Texas Quails written by Leonard A. Brennan and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2006-11-27 with total page 510 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nothing is more evocative of the Texas outdoors than the whistled call of the bobwhite. While the familiar two-note greeting is now just a memory for most of us who live in the state’s growing urban sprawl, this bird is an economic commodity on par with crops and livestock in some regions of Texas. Three other native species of quail also inhabit Texas. Like the northern bobwhite, the scaled quail is significant as a game bird. The other two species, Gambel’s quail and Montezuma quail, are found in limited areas of southwestern Texas and represent an important indicator of forest, rangeland, and habitat conditions. Texas Quails presents the first complete assessment of the four species of quail found in this vast state. Experts describe each of them and examine all geographic regions of the state for historical and current population trends, habitat status, and research needs. These experts also discuss management practices, hunting issues, economics, and diseases. With the recent creation of the Texas Quail Conservation Initiative, this volume provides a timely and comprehensive view of quail science and stewardship.

TEXAS QUAILS: Ecology and Management

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1603445129
Total Pages : 507 pages
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Book Synopsis TEXAS QUAILS: Ecology and Management by : Leonard Alfred Brennan

Download or read book TEXAS QUAILS: Ecology and Management written by Leonard Alfred Brennan and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 507 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Texas Quails presents the first complete assessment of the four species of quail found in this vast state. Experts describe each of them and examine all geographic regions of the state for historical and current population trends, habitat status, and research needs. These experts also discuss management practices, hunting issues, economics, and diseases.

On Bobwhites

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ISBN 13 : 9781585445387
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (453 download)

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Book Synopsis On Bobwhites by : Fred S. Guthery

Download or read book On Bobwhites written by Fred S. Guthery and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides information about all the areas that bobwhites inhabit and also includes information on the related species, Gambel's quail. Because the biology of quail and the principles of their management are very general, the information presented in this book can be applied everywhere bobwhites are known.

Quail Habitat Management

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Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1543471404
Total Pages : 255 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (434 download)

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Book Synopsis Quail Habitat Management by : Dr. Ron Haaland

Download or read book Quail Habitat Management written by Dr. Ron Haaland and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2017-12-15 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expansion of human population destroys wildlife habitat with subdivisions, highways, strip malls, and other man-made projects. This book provides notes from forty years experience working with practical ways to maintain and develop bobwhite quail habitat. This advice gives hunters, birders, and nature lovers an opportunity to enjoy one of the most revered gamebirds. Landowners and managers will be able to implement techniques that will enhance bird populations as well as improve the aesthetics and value of land. Reading the notes in this book is like having a personal interaction with Dr. Haaland regarding your land.

Brush Management

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 9781585443574
Total Pages : 302 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (435 download)

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Book Synopsis Brush Management by : Wayne T. Hamilton

Download or read book Brush Management written by Wayne T. Hamilton and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2004-10-14 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The presence of brush in rangeland environments continually tops the list of priority issues among landowners, and not just in Texas. Whether they manage their land for livestock, hunting, or wildlife watching, what to do about unwanted woody plants remains a serious and pervasive question for landowners everywhere. In the pages of this book, leading range management professionals introduce and explain not only the mechanisms of managing brush but also the changes in management philosophy and technology that have taken place over time. From the futile attempts at eradication to the successes of integrated brush management, expert practitioners examine mechanical, biological, chemical, and fire-related methods from three perspectives—the past, the present or “state-of-the-art,” and the future. In a final discussion, three specialists address the timely and important subject of brush management as it relates to water yield, economics, and wildlife. Brush Management: Past, Present, Future gives readers a straightforward and comprehensive view of a topic that remains a consistent concern for livestock, wildlife, and land management—one that will serve as a useful and interesting summary of the subject for teachers, students, landowners, and management professionals.

Wild Turkeys in Texas

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1623498562
Total Pages : 396 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (234 download)

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Book Synopsis Wild Turkeys in Texas by : William P. Kuvlesky

Download or read book Wild Turkeys in Texas written by William P. Kuvlesky and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2020-04-30 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The wild turkey is an iconic game bird with a long history of association with humans. Texas boasts the largest wild turkey population in the country. It is the only state where one can find native populations of three of the five subspecies of wild turkeys—the Eastern wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris), the Rio Grande wild turkey (M. g. intermedia), and the Merriam’s wild turkey (M. g. merriami). Bringing together experts on game birds and land management in the state, this is the first book in Texas to synthesize the most current information about ecology and management focused exclusively on these three subspecies. Wild Turkeys in Texas addresses important aspects of wild turkey ecology and management in Texas, but its principles are applicable anywhere Eastern, Rio Grande, or Merriam’s turkeys exist. This book marks the continuation of one of the biggest success stories in the research, restoration, and management of the wild turkey in North America.

The North American Quails, Partridges, and Pheasants

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Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 1609621174
Total Pages : 134 pages
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Book Synopsis The North American Quails, Partridges, and Pheasants by : Paul Johnsgard

Download or read book The North American Quails, Partridges, and Pheasants written by Paul Johnsgard and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-10-10 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book documents the biology of six species of New World quails that are native to North America north of Mexico (mountain, scaled, Gambel's, California, and Montezuma quails, and the northern bobwhite), three introduced Old World partridges (chukar, Himalayan snowcock, and gray partridge), and the introduced common (ring-necked) pheasant. Collectively, quails, partridges, and pheasants range throughout all of the continental United States and the Canadian provinces. Two of the species, the northern bobwhite and ring-necked pheasant, are the most economically important of all North American upland game birds. All of the species are hunted extensively for sport and are highly popular with naturalists, birders, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

Kayaking the Texas Coast

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1603442251
Total Pages : 152 pages
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Book Synopsis Kayaking the Texas Coast by : John Whorff

Download or read book Kayaking the Texas Coast written by John Whorff and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2011-02-10 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Few experiences compare with navigating a sea kayak through a large sandy bay lined with oyster-shell beaches, past golden sand dunes into rough ocean waters, then surfing back onto a wind-swept beach at sunset.”—from the Introduction Half of the nearly 400-mile Texas coastline is flanked by barrier islands. Behind them, large and small bays shelter estuarine marshes, oyster-reef communities, and sea grass meadows that teem with wildlife, creating a bird watcher's and angler's paradise. For an intimate encounter with these natural treasures, no other water craft can compare to a kayak. Veteran kayaker John Whorff’s Kayaking the Texas Coast is an essential guide for beginning and experienced kayakers to the many miles of shoreline that surround the shallow bays, lagoons, and islands of the Texas coast. Novices will appreciate this book’s detailed information about where to paddle and camp, what to see, and where to obtain additional information about safety and route planning. Accomplished kayakers will enjoy Whorff’s enticing route descriptions and other pertinent details on paddling the Texas coastline. Opening with an extended introductory text that covers kayaks and equipment, safety considerations and emergencies, camping dos and don’ts, and helpful resources, Kayaking the Texas Coast also lists useful websites and guidebooks. In the main portion of the text, the coast is organized into ten destinations, from the Galveston Bay complex in the north to Boca Chica State Park in the south. For each of these destinations, Whorff provides information on navigational aids, planning considerations, accommodations, and directions to launch sites before describing various paddling routes within each destination—around seventy routes in all. Each route is ranked for difficulty as “beginner,” “intermediate,” or “advanced.” Detailed maps and vivid photographs by the author complete the package. "Kayaking the Texas Coast is your must-have guidebook to the coastline and bays of the Lone Star State. Many miles of sea kayaking adventure are described, along with maps and discussion of the natural world encountered along the way. My copy will be riding in car and kayak with me. I look forward to seeing with my own eyes what the author has described and mapped."-- Natalie Wiest, founder and director, Galveston Bay Information

The Upland and Webless Migratory Game Birds of Texas

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 1623494990
Total Pages : 455 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (234 download)

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Book Synopsis The Upland and Webless Migratory Game Birds of Texas by : Leonard A. Brennan

Download or read book The Upland and Webless Migratory Game Birds of Texas written by Leonard A. Brennan and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2017-02-17 with total page 455 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authored by some of the state’s top wildlife scientists, The Upland and Webless Migratory Game Birds of Texas presents the most up-to-date and comprehensive information covering twenty-one species of game birds. Ranging from the most well-known, like the Wild Turkey and Mourning Dove, to the marsh-loving rails and other more elusive species, these birds have widespread appeal among both hunters and birders and underscore the diverse challenges facing wildlife scientists, land managers, and conservationists in Texas today. From cultural significance to taxonomy and evolutionary history, this volume provides a wealth of background information on these species. Additionally, the book offers illustrated species accounts, detailed range maps, and information about habitat and management requirements, hunting regulations, and research priorities. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of these game birds and the array of terrestrial and wetland landscapes key to their survival. This will serve as a convenient and thorough reference volume for wildlife biologists and enthusiasts, as well as landowners and hunters.

Mammals of Mexico

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Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 1421408791
Total Pages : 976 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (214 download)

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Book Synopsis Mammals of Mexico by : Gerardo Ceballos

Download or read book Mammals of Mexico written by Gerardo Ceballos and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2014-01-15 with total page 976 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most comprehensive reference on Mexico's diverse mammalian fauna. Mammals of Mexico is the first reference book in English on the more than 500 types of mammal species found in the diverse Mexican habitats, which range from the Sonoran Desert to the Chiapas cloud forests. The authoritative species accounts are written by a Who’s Who of experts compiled by famed mammalogist and conservationist Gerardo Ceballos. Ten years in the making, Mammals of Mexico covers everything from obscure rodents to whales, bats, primates, and wolves. It is thoroughly illustrated with color photographs and meticulous artistic renderings, as well as range maps for each species. Introductory chapters discuss biogeography, conservation, and evolution. The final section of the book illustrates the skulls, jaws, and tracks of Mexico’s mammals. This unparalleled collection of scientific information on, and photographs of, Mexican wildlife belongs on the shelf of every mammalogist, in public and academic libraries, and in the hands of anyone curious about Mexico and its wildlife.

White-tailed Deer Habitat

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Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
ISBN 13 : 9781603445658
Total Pages : 262 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (456 download)

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Book Synopsis White-tailed Deer Habitat by : Timothy E. Fulbright

Download or read book White-tailed Deer Habitat written by Timothy E. Fulbright and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most of the last century, range management meant managing land for livestock. How well a landowner grew the grass that cattle ate was the best measure of success. In this century, landowners look to hunting and wildlife viewing for income; rangeland is now also wildlife habitat, and they are managing their land not just for cattle but also for wildlife, most notably deer and quail. Unlike other books on white-tailed deer in places where rainfall is relatively high and the environment stable, this book takes an ecological approach to deer management in the semiarid lands of Oklahoma, Texas, and northern Mexico. These are the least productive of white-tail habitats, where periodic drought punctuates long-term weather patterns. The book's focus on this landscape across political borders is one of its original and lasting contributions. Another is its contention that good management is based on ecological principles that guide the manager's thinking about: Habitat Requirements of White-Tailed Deer White-Tailed Deer Nutrition Carrying Capacity Habitat Manipulation Predators Hunting Timothy Edward Fulbright is a Regents Professor and the Meadows Professor in Semiarid Land Ecology at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Texas A&M University-Kingsville. J. Alfonso Ortega-S., is an associate professor at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Texas A&M University-Kingsville.

Proceedings RMRS.

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Total Pages : 384 pages
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Visitor Use Density and Wilderness Experience

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Total Pages : 464 pages
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Book Synopsis Visitor Use Density and Wilderness Experience by : Wayne A. Freimund

Download or read book Visitor Use Density and Wilderness Experience written by Wayne A. Freimund and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Shrubland Ecosystem Genetics and Biodiversity

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 380 pages
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Book Synopsis Shrubland Ecosystem Genetics and Biodiversity by : E. Durant McArthur

Download or read book Shrubland Ecosystem Genetics and Biodiversity written by E. Durant McArthur and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 53 papers in this proceedings include a section celebrating the 25-year anniversary of the Shrub Sciences Laboratory (4 papers), three sections devoted to themes, genetics, and biodiversity (12 papers), disturbance ecology and biodiversity (14 papers), ecophysiology (13 papers), community ecology (9 papers), and field trip section (1 paper). The anniversary session papers emphasized the productivity and history of the Shrub Sciences Laboratory, 100 years of genetics, plant materials development for wildland shrub ecosystems, and current challenges in management and research in wildland shrub ecosystems. The papers in each of the thematic science sessions were centered on wildland shrub ecosystems. The field trip featured the genetics and ecology of chenopod shrublands of east-central Utah. The papers were presented at the 11th Wildland Shrub Symposium: Shrubland Ecosystem Genetics and Biodiversity held at the Brigham Young University Conference Center, Provo, UT, June 13-15, 2000.