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Controlling Ground Squirrel Damage
(2007-03-13)
Ground squirrels do not normally cause extensive damage in urban areas. However, they do feed on flowers and vegetables in gardens. In rural areas, they can damage cropland and pastureland extensively. Chemical, cultural ...
Controlling Mole Damage
(2007-03-13)
Moles can cause much damage to crops and livestock. This leaflet explains the proper way to set shocker loop traps and harpoon traps. Cultural controls and habitat modifications are discussed. Moles also can be controlled ...
Using Livestock to Manage Wildlife Habitat
(2003-06-19)
Livestock grazing can be an effective tool in managing wildlife habitat. This publication explains how grazing affects various wildlife species such as white-tailed deer, bobwhite quail and turkeys, and how to select the ...
Controlling Coyotes With Snares
(2008-04-15)
Snares are traps that can be used to capture coyotes. The habits of coyotes are discussed, as well as the equipment needed for snaring, where to locate snares, and how to set and check them. Dog and coyote tracks are compared.
Trapping Coyotes
(2008-04-15)
Coyotes cause millions of dollars of damage yearly to livestock and crops in Texas. The leaflet explains coyote habits and the types of trap set, such as scent posts, dirt holes, and trail and carcass sets. The variety of ...
After the Conservation Reserve Program: Land Management with Wildlife in Mind
(2008-11-25)
When contracts for the Conservation Reserve Program expire, landowners must find profitable ways to manage their properties. These management decisions affect wildlife and habitat. Former CRP land can be returned to crop ...
Restoring Native Grasslands
(2005-03-23)
Much of Texas' native grasslands has been converted to improved pastures and cropland, neither of which is suitable for wildlife habitat. Now, many landowners are interested in restoring native grasses because they are ...
After the Conservation Reserve Program: Economic Decisions with Wildlife in Mind
(2009-04-07)
As Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) contracts begin to expire, landowners must decide to re-enroll the land in the program, convert it back to crops or leave it in permanent cover for grazing and for wildlife. This ...
Anthrax
(2001-08-09)
Anthrax is a very destructive animal disease found worldwide. This publication describes anthrax symptoms in livestock, deer and people, and explains how a diagnosis is made. There is important information about prevention, ...
Grazing and Browsing: How Plants are Affected
(2001-12-13)
Grazing and browsing can have a neutral, positive or negative effect on rangeland plants. This publication explains the effects of grazing and browsing on plants, details the indicators of overuse of the range, and lists ...