Aspen

Because of fire suppression, there are fewer Aspen in Montana.

I’ve surveyed dead Aspen stands: not many birds.

And healthy Aspen stands: many birds.

Song Sparrow

Elk, moose, and bear forage in Aspen stands.

Cedar Waxwing

The Forest Service, the National Wild Turkey Federation, Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks, and the Safari Club are preserving Aspen Stands in the Snowies…

House Wren

…by cutting, piling, and burning pines to stop their intrusion on Aspen stands.

Yellow Warbler