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Wildlife & Fisheries

Forests are habitat for game and myriads of other species of animals including the aquatic species that require the quality of water provided by forested watersheds.

Generally, forest management practices are compatible with wildlife and fisheries management. This includes clearcutting and establishing pine plantations. The key is to provide diversity of habitats over the broad landscape which will meet the widely varying needs of wildlife. Landowners with interest in specific species can tailor their forest management activities accordingly.

The South Carolina Forestry Commission's Best Management Practices provide guidelines for protecting water quality in our lakes and streams, and the ecology within. Forest landowners have an obligation to follow these guidelines to ensure that aquatic habitats are not degraded.