CHAPTER IV: WILDLIFE HABITATS FOR MISSISSIPPI’S SGCN,
THREATS AND CONSERVATION ACTIONS^107THREATS TO JACKSON PRAIRIE COMMUNITY
Agricultural Conversion: Historical high
Altered Fire Regime high
Conversion to Pasture: Historical high
Incompatible Agricultural Practices high
Invasive Species high
Incompatible Grazing Practices high
Urban/Suburban Development medium
Livestock Feedlots/Operations medium
Recreation Activities low
Miscellaneous Threats Described:
Threatened By Degraded Prairie not ranked
PRIORITY CONSERVATION ACTIONS
A Plan and conduct additional research (i.e. habitat needs, status surveys, breeding status, disease,
etc.) on SGCN.
A Encourage and improve management of habitat by controlled burning at necessary frequencies
and seasons.
A Develop/implement/continue recovery plans for individual SGCN.
A Encourage restoration and improved management of altered/degraded habitat when possible.
A Encourage and improve agricultural/forestry/watershed land-use planning and BMPs to address
nonpoint pollution,
erosion and water quality issues.
A Encourage retention, preservation, and conservation of remaining natural habitat through
purchase, easements or MOAs.
A Control exotic and invasive species (plant and animal).
A Enhance viability of SGCN by providing habitat corridors between disjunct populations or
subpopulations.
A Provide public education about conservation of SGCN and/or their habitats.
A Discourage incompatible recreational uses.
A Promote and develop landowner incentive and assistance programs for conservation of SGCN
and their habitats.
A Encourage appreciation of SGCN and their habitats by providing public access and compatible
recreational activities.