The Effects of Fire on Wildlife-

The Effects of Fire on Wildlife- Abstract Fire is an important part of many ecosystems and helps maintain the condition of habitats for wildlife. The effect of fire depends upon many factors, varying from the type of wildlife to their different habitats. Fire affects ungulates through positive, but often, short-lived improvements in diets by allowing ungulates to consume new plant growth (Hobbs and Spowart 1984). Fire mediates species interactions thereby reducing conflict (Coppock and Detling 1986). Birds …

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