Sage-grouse do respond positively to conifer removal treatments, in some cases very quickly. In Oregon, it has been founded that hens shifted to areas where conifer removal occurred. Watch the video to hear Jeremy Maestas describe how Sage-grouse respond to conifer removal and then click the link below to view the case study.
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