Humans, bears, and redwoods: a need for appliedenvironmentalism
Document Type
Article
Journal/Book Title
Transactions of the Western Section of the Wildlife Society
Publication Date
1988
Volume
24
First Page
135
Last Page
143
Abstract
Controversy exists in Humboldt and Del Norte Counties in northern California about the strategies and techniques used to reduce black bear (Ursusamericanus) damage to coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens). In this paper we review what is known about the biology of bears living in coast redwood habitat as well as redwood forest management techniques. We propose a new strategy for dealing with bear damage problems to redwoods based on current knowledge, new research, and an awareness and appreciation for both wildlife values of bears and legitimate commercial management and use of redwood timber.
Recommended Citation
Giusti, G. and R. H. Schmidt. 1988. Humans, bears, and redwoods: a need for applied environmentalism. Trans. Western Section of The Wildlife Society 24: 135-143. Reprinted in Predator management in north coastal California, University of California, Hopland Field Station Publication 101:44-52. 1990.
