| Literature
Review on Golf Course Impacts on Wildlife | |
The
Miistakis Institute for the Rockies was contracted by Alberta Environment to document
the current state of knowledge on the impact of golf courses on ungulates, carnivores
and fur-bearers. In particular, the review focused on the compatibility/incompatibility
of golf courses in relation to movement corridors and habitat use. There
were very few studies found, with the exception of elk, which assessed wildlife
movements and habitat use prior to and post golf course development. Therefore,
studies were reviewed which assessed the sensitivity of specific species to habitat
alteration and an increase in human presence. These studies, combined with anecdotal
observations, formed the basis for the report. |
