Squirrel Management Information Resources

The links below provide information specifically about quail habitat management or about practices or programs that may be used to enhance squirrel and other wildife habitat.

Mississippi Squirrel Species. A brief overview of squirrel species found in Mississippi.

Ecology and Management of Squirrels in Mississippi. A guide to squirrel ecology and management, including descriptions of life history, habitat requirements, habitat management practices, and harvest management. Published by the Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Building Homes for Squirrels. A guide to building artificial den structures for squirrels. Published by the Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Forestry/Wildlife: Myths and Misconceptions. A summary of common misconceptions about forest management as it relates to wildlife habitat management. Published by the Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Prescribed Burning in Southern Pine Forests: Fire Ecology, Techniques, and Uses for Wildlife Management. A guide to using prescribed fire for wildlife habitat management. Published by the Mississippi State University Extension Service.

Legal Environment for Forestry Prescribed Burning in Mississippi. A guide to laws and legal considerations pertaining to prescribed burning in Mississippi. Published by the Mississippi State University Forest and Wildlife Research Center.