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Abstract Ensuring the recruitment of desired tree species is a primary goal when considering successful regeneration of timber harvests. Deer populations that are overabundant relative to forage availability within their… Click to show full abstract
Abstract Ensuring the recruitment of desired tree species is a primary goal when considering successful regeneration of timber harvests. Deer populations that are overabundant relative to forage availability within their local landscapes pose a considerable challenge to successful forest regeneration. We evaluated the short-term ( 1.5 m) sapling cover were greater in fenced harvests, while unfenced harvests had greater forb, fern, and blueberry/huckleberry (Vaccinium spp./Gaylussacia spp.) cover. Our results suggest that browsing by deer in the years initially (
Journal Title: Forest Ecology and Management
Year Published: 2020
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