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The Benefits of Habitat Improvement

Idaho's private lands provide quality habitat for a variety of species, including game species such as pheasants and quail, and at-risk species like the long-billed curlew.

Benefits of quality habitat to landowner

• Increased land value
• Fewer weeds
• Personal satisfaction
• Reduced soil erosion
• Improved water quality
• More fish and wildlife
• Increased hunting and fishing opportunities for your family
• Improved landscape view
• Reduce estate and income taxes with some programs
• Financial incentives or rewards with some programs
• Wildlife memories for your children and grandchildren
• Maintain current way of life

Benefits of quality habitat to fish and wildlife

Increased habitat quality

• Better cover and food, particularly during severe weather
• More protection from predators
• Increased survival
• Increased reproduction

Increased habitat quantity

• Increased food supply form food plots or native vegetation
• Improved migration corridors
• Create new habitat areas

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