How the Ronald Lake Bison Herd (RLBH) interact with wetland meadows

The purpose of this research is to further the understanding of how wood bison (Bison bison athabascae) interact with wetland meadows. This includes examining the environmental factors that contribute to the structure of these wetlands, determining what environmental factors influence bison selection of foraging sites within individual wetlands, and showing to what extent individual bison display site fidelity to wetland foraging locations within their range. This research conducted under the support of this grant will contribute to a body of knowledge on the Ronald Lake Wood Bison Herd located in northeastern Alberta. The funding partner (ACFN-DLRM) is committed to continuing research with a goal of protecting the RLBH and their habitats, this research will enable strengthened protection and understanding.

Faculty Supervisor:

Scott Nielsen;Mark Edwards

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Partner:

Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Alberta

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