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buffelgrass

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    Buffelgrass Removal, Fire, and Climate Adaptation

    Saguaro National Park seeks to remove invasive grasses, mainly buffelgrass, from the park to reduce the risk of extremely damaging, high-severity wildfires and restore native species and natural landscapes.

    Location Saguaro National Park, Arizona
    Year
    2024

    Details

    Hazards
    Drought
    Wildfire
    Assets
    Natural Areas and Wildlife
    Sources
    USFWS—U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
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    Funding & Building Capacity

    This project was funded by the National Park Service, DOI restoration funds, Friends of Saguaro National Park, Western National Parks Association, and Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management grant.

    Organizations

    USFWS—U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

    Relevant Options

    Promote resilient land management practices, including range management practices that increase water retention. Increased water retention can enhance soil moisture, ground water and healthy ecosystems. Develop a program to remove invasive plants to avoid competition during extreme drought or wet periods. For stream restoration projects, select a mix of water-loving and drought-resistant native plants.

    Steps to Resilience

    Get Started
    Understand Exposure
    Assess Vulnerability & Risk
    Investigate Options
    Prioritize & Plan
    Take Action
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