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Wildlife Response to Thinning Young Forests in the Pacific Northwest

Vast tracts of forested land in western Oregon and Washington are currently in the early seral state of growth, which covers 0-50 years of age. Most of these stands are structurally simple, with a single canopy layer and a restricted number of tree species. Commercial thinning techniques may be used...

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Published in:Journal of forestry 1997-08, Vol.95 (8), p.28-33
Main Authors: Hayes, John P., Chan, Samuel S., Emmingham, William H., Tappeiner, John C., Kellogg, Loren D., Bailey, John D.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Vast tracts of forested land in western Oregon and Washington are currently in the early seral state of growth, which covers 0-50 years of age. Most of these stands are structurally simple, with a single canopy layer and a restricted number of tree species. Commercial thinning techniques may be used to help managers of these lands to maximize wood fiber production while promoting greater ranges of biodiversity. The impacts of thinning activities on wildlife and their habitat in forests located in western Oregon and Washington are analyzed. Young, closed-canopy stands tend to support only small numbers of wildlife species. Large live trees provide essential habitat for a range of important species, including northern spotted owls and marbled murrelets.
ISSN:0022-1201
1938-3746
DOI:10.1093/jof/95.8.28