THE DITCH EFFECT: TAKE A RAIN CHECK ON ROADSIDE DISTURBANCES

Pheasants Forever

As the spring nesting season transitions into the brood-rearing phase for ring-necked pheasants, “The Habitat Organization” is reminding landowners to minimize roadside disturbances – ditch mowing, haying, spraying and ATV operation – until August 1st to protect upland birds and other wildlife. Roadsides remain an important habitat component for pheasants throughout their range, and a myriad of other wildlife also reap the benefits of undisturbed roadside habitat.

5/26/16 Pheasant Blog – Pheasantsforever.org – Read MORE