Author: Chris Hancock

Arkansas hosts diverse bird species, but ducks, especially mallards, face decline due to climate change and habitat loss. Conservation of bottomland hardwood forests benefits ducks, other species, and ecotourism. Strategic efforts can balance economic and environmental interests.

Bats are vital for pest control, pollination, and seed dispersal. Threatened by White-Nose Syndrome, they require careful management during hibernation and breeding seasons, highlighting the importance of humane relocation and support for their conservation.