Resistance of Woody Ornamental Plants to Deer Damage

Integrated Pest Management Resistance of Woody Ornamental Plants to Deer Damage

1 Which of the following statements is NOT listed in the article as a reason for the increase in white-tailed deer during the past decade? The maturing of abandoned agricultural lands into deer habitat. Human population shifts to rural and suburban homesites. Reduction in deer diseases. Landowner decisions to prevent deer hunting. Restrictions on firearms use in suburban regions. 2 How can costly deer browsing damage be reduced or eliminated? By planting plant species preferred less by deer. By establishing susceptible plants only in areas protected from deer. By planting close to occupied buildings. Both A & B above. Both B & C above. 3 Which of the following factors contribute to whether or not a particular plant species or variety will be eaten? The deer's previous experience and nutritional needs. Seasonal factors and weather conditions. Plant palatability. Availability of alternative foods. All of the above. 4 In general, when does the most damage from deer browsing take place? In the spring, when new growth appears on plants. In the summer, when drought conditions have eliminated the normal food supply. In the winter, when snow cover has reduced food availability. In the fall, when plant growth is slowing. None of the above. 5 Which of the following statements is true regarding deer-browsing resistance of any plant species? Resistance my change due to fluctuations in deer populations. Resistance may change due to lack of alternative food availability. Resistance may change due to environmental factors. No plant species will be avoided by deer under all conditions. All of the above.