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![Cluster of endangered Indiana bats hibernating in cave. Photo by Roger W. Perry. Cluster of endangered Indiana bats hibernating in cave. Photo by Roger W. Perry.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20130320230141im_/http://www.fs.fed.us/research/images/home/carousel/endangered-bats.jpg)
Cave Climates and White-Nose Syndrome
USFS research wildlife biologist Roger Perry recently published an updated review of bat hibernation and cave climates to aid managers and researchers working to address White-nose Syndrome. More »
![Southern redbelly dace. Photos courtesy of CATT. Southern redbelly dace. Photos courtesy of CATT.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20130320230141im_/http://www.fs.fed.us/research/images/home/carousel/fish-road.jpg)
How Did the Fish Get Across the Road?
Challenges exist for many organisms where a stream intersects with a road crossing. "Stream crossings are part of the larger issue of habitat connectivity," says Craig Roghair, fisheries biologist with the US Forest Service. More »
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There’s Nothing Simple about the Urban-Rural Interface
A new book focuses on urban-rural interfaces – those places where city and suburban development touch on the countryside. More »
![Originally from Asia, Amynthas agrestis earthworms can impact native plants and animals in the forests they invade. Photo by Mac Callaham. Originally from Asia, Amynthas agrestis earthworms can impact native plants and animals in the forests they invade. Photo by Mac Callaham.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20130320230141im_/http://www.fs.fed.us/research/images/home/carousel/earthworms.jpg)
Invasive Earthworms, No Joke
Earthworms, the darlings of gardeners, fishers and composters, have a dark side: some are globetrotters. “Invasive earthworms are a global problem and can cause considerable changes to ecosystems,” says Mac Callaham, research ecologist with the US Forest Service. More »
What's New
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A half-day session bringing together new partners in urban conservation. Two panels will lead discussions on urban wildlife topics. The workshop is part of the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference held on Mar 25-30 in Arlington, VA. More » -
Join the Forest Service, APA-The Engineered Wood Association, and partners as we recognize the winners of our Carbon Challenge design competitions in Providence and Baltimore. More » -
Join us for a presentation by US Forest Service scientist David Nowak, Valuing New York City's Changing Urban Forest. More »
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How much is a tree actually worth? USFS's David Nowak hopes to provide an answer. He has spent the last couple of decades analyzing trees in several U.S. cities and is trying to standardize their valuation. More »
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Colorado: Lynx study expanded to Loveland Pass A multi-year USFS study aimed at better understanding how lynx react to human recreational activities was expanded to new areas in Colorado this year, including Loveland Pass, Leadville and Telluride. More »
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Study: Colorado forests not doomed After years of uncertainty over the future of Colorado’s forest landscapes, a new study by US Forest Service scientists puts the recent pine epidemic into perspective. More »
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US Forest Service helps Hollywood build 'green' movie set for 'Raising Hope' Hollywood’s first 100 percent sustainable studio set was created for 20th Century Fox’s comedy series “Raising Hope”. More »
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