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the weedy growth of an undesirable species, such as too much cattail growth in relation to <br /> other species. Preemptive planting of bulrush and bur-reed will employed to initially offset <br /> excessive competition from cattails. Periodic burning or disking may also be necessary in <br /> order to set back succession to a more desirable state. In addition, periodically opening up <br /> areas may be necessary to allow mosquito fish more easy access. <br /> Benefits to Wildlife <br /> Many plants found in permanent marshes provide food for many species of wildlife. <br /> These wetlands also nurture aquatic insects eaten by waterfowl. The dense, emergent <br /> vegetation provides protection from predators and inclement weather for winter birds. It <br /> also provides nesting sites and escape cover. Wildlife species expected to utilize the <br /> permanent marshes on Buckeye Ranch include: pied-billed grebe, American coot, sora <br /> (Porzana carolina), Virginia rail (Rallus limicola),common yellowthroat,marsh wren, <br /> beaver, and muskrat. <br /> In its current state the wetlands of Buckeye provide little suitable habitat for the giant garter <br /> snake. Restoration efforts to secure permanent marsh and lake habitat will improve <br /> conditions for this threatened species. Permanent marshland and its associated open water <br /> also provide essential habitat for nesting ducks and their broods. Colonial nesting birds, <br /> tricolored blackbird (Agelaius tricolor), herons and bitterns, are also dependent upon <br /> permanent marshes for nesting and foraging. <br /> 7.35 Vernal pools and Ephemeral Seasonal Wetlands <br /> Goal: <br /> • To create a diverse vernal pool and ephemeral seasonal wetland ecosystem that will <br /> Buckeye Ranch Resource Plan (November, 1993) <br /> 198 <br />