Wildlife

Forest Management for Wildlife

MF2899

Properly managed forests provide habitat for wildlife such as squirrels, deer, turkey, and songbirds. Rabbits, quail, and raptors use the forest edge. 12 pages, color, 5.5 x 8.5 inches.

Revision Date: Apr 2026

Controlling House Mice

by Charles D. Lee

MF1123

Practical guide for addressing house mouse problems around homes and businesses. Lists common house mouse baits registered for use in Kansas. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Aug 2019

This fact sheet highlights the economic importance of the black-tailed prairie dog in Kansas. It describes the positive and negative effects on the prairie ecosystem and provides land managers with recommendations for safe, effective and legal control. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Jul 2019

The Birds Around You

by Chuck Otte F. Robert Henderson John L. Zimmerman

4H825

Revised for 2019. Guides 4-H bird watchers in how to observe and record their observations. Includes project ideas. 8 pages, b/w.

Revision Date: Mar 2019

Kansas Birds: Species List for Kansas

4H1026

Updated species list from the Kansas Ornithological Society. Sturdy cardstock, can trifold to fit in a pocket. 2 pages, b/w.

Revision Date: Mar 2019

Birds of Kansas Streamside Forests

by Charles J. Barden Chuck Otte

MF2648

Information to help landowners manage streamside forests to benefit birds and where to find support for improvement projects. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Sep 2017

Ag Wildlife Damage, Category 1C

by Frannie L. Miller Charles D. Lee Michelle Moses

S5

Information on wildlife control and regulations: coyotes, deer, rats, mice, voles, rabbits, birds, prairie dogs, gophers, and other animals. Includes details on diseases spread by animals and parasites such as fleas and ticks. Color, 88 pages.

Revision Date: Feb 2013

How to Trap a Coyote

by F. Robert Henderson Charles D. Lee Michelle Moses

C660

Tips for successful trapping. Covers coyote habits, good trap locations, trap types, trap setting procedures, and problems. 8-page, full color.

Revision Date: Dec 2012

Trees and Shrubs That Attract Songbirds and Wildlife

by Thad Rhodes

L845

Lists trees and shrubs and their effectiveness at attracting songbirds and wildlife. 4 page, 2-color.

Revision Date: Sep 2012

Windbreaks for Wildlife

by Thad Rhodes

MF805

Discusses the importance and management of tree windbreaks for wildlife habitats. 2 p.

Revision Date: Apr 2012

Vole Control in Lawns and Landscapes

by Charles D. Lee

MF2975

Sometimes called meadow mice, voles are compact rodents with short tails (about an inch long), stocky bodies, big heads, and short legs. Their eyes are small and ears partially hidden. They are usually brown or gray. 4 p., color.

Published Date: Mar 2011

Care and Handling of Deer from Field to Table

by Karen Blakeslee

MF2176

Tips on hunting and handling game animals.

Revision Date: Nov 2010

Care and Handling of Game Birds from Field to Table

by Karen Blakeslee

MF2177

Tips on hunting and handling game birds. Field dress (remove entrails and crop) and chill or ice the carcass, remove blood and feathers, refrigerate or freeze before cooking. Includes cooking suggestions and nutritional value.

Revision Date: Nov 2010