Summary

Description

This annual narrative report for Tallahatchie National Wildlife Refuge and Dahomey National Wildlife Refuge outlines Refuge accomplishments during the 1996 calendar year. The report begins with a summary of the years highlights and weather conditions. Land acquisition is covered. The report includes a planning section which discusses management plan, and research and investigations, compliance with environmental and cultural resource mandates. Refuge administration is outlined; information about personnel, funding, and safety is given. Habitat management is also covered; subjects include wetlands, forests, fire management, WPA easements, and private lands. The wildlife section of the report discusses wildlife diversity, endangered and threatened species, and waterfowl. The public uses of the Refuge described in this report include trapping and law enforcement. The equipment and facilities section of the report provides information about new construction and equipment replacement