 Because of their dependence on arboreal lichen that are most abundant on old trees, integrating caribou and forest management is a major challenge in the Columbia Mountains. A caribou research project began in 1992 and will continue for at least 4 more years. The project has two parts. The first investigates the ecology of caribou and wolves using radio-telemetry and ground trailing techniques. The second part involves experimental partial cut timber harvesting trials. These partial cutting experiments have provided a framework to be used by other ecologists interested in partial cutting timber management. Some small mammal inventories have began in the experimental units. Project leaders: Dr. Bruce McLellan and John Flaa Recent Reports and Publications:Terry, E.L., B. McLellan, G. Watts, and J. Flaa. 1996. Early winter habitat use by mountain caribou in the north Cariboo and Columbia Mountains, British Columbia. Rangifer, Special Issue No. 9:133-140. McLellan, B.N., J. Flaa and M. Super. 1995. Developing a Habitat Suitability Model for Mountain Caribou in the North Columbia Mountains, Preliminary Report #4. Leo, J.Y.H. 1994. Effects of growing elevation and host tree species on the crude protein and gross energy content of arboreal lichens (Alectoria and Bryoria spp.) in the winter diet of mountain caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou). B.Sc. Thesis. University of British Columbia., Vancouver. 38pp. McLellan, B.N., J. Flaa and M. Super. 1994. Habitats Used by Mountain Caribou in the North Columbia Mountains 1993-94; Year 2 Preliminary Report #2. 15pp. McLellan, B.N., J. Flaa, and J.G. Woods. 1994. Caribou censuses in the North Columbia Mountains. Year 2 Preliminary Report #1. Stevenson, S.K., H.A. Armleder, K.N Child, D. King, G.S. Watts, M. Jull, B. McLellan, and E. Terry 1994. Mountain caribou in managed forests: preliminary recommendations for managers. [Back to Research Highlights] |
