Winter forage selection by barren-ground caribou: Effects of fire and snow

Winter forage selection by barren-ground caribou: Effects of fire and snow

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Both long- and short-term consequences should be considered when examining the effects of fire on Shorts the foraging behavior of caribou.Post-fire increases in protein content, digestibility, and availability of E.vaginatum make burned tussock tundra an Buffet attractive feeding area for caribou in late winter.

These benefits are likely short-lived, however.Lowered availability of lichens and increased relative frequency of bryophytes will persist for a much longer period.