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Appleton-Whittell Research Ranch of Audubon

Our Conservation Work

Conservation

Conservation

Erosion control, eradication of non-native invasive species, replanting of native grasses, and reestablishment of fire are just a few of the ongoing processes at the Research Ranch.
Repatriation of Listed Species.

Repatriation of Listed Species.

Chiricahua Leopard Frog & Pupfish
Ecological Burns / Firewise Program

Ecological Burns / Firewise Program

Restoring Historic Fire Frequency on the Research Ranch
Important Bird Areas (IBA) Program

Important Bird Areas (IBA) Program

The Research Ranch has been recognized as an IBA specifically for its importance to grassland birds.
Invasive Species

Invasive Species

Rehabilitation of Native Grass Ecosystems on the Research Ranch
Wildlife-friendly Fences

Wildlife-friendly Fences

Completing the Research Ranch's Wildlife-Friendly Fences