Future Research Direction

Work to be completed from original study proposal:

Leaf and stick nest counts at Gilman Road sample area

Measurement of additional habitat parameters (especially tree species density and frequency)

Animal counts at Hadley Road and Gilman Road sample area

New questions and need for new methodology arising from work completed to date:

What distance do Sherman's fox squirrels travel to feed (especially to feeding stations)?

How can we determine density of Sherman's fox squirrels in each habitat type?

What is the effect of controlled burning (season and frequency) on Sherman's fox squirrel populations?

How many nests are used by each animal?

What is the ratio of number of animals to number of nests?

What is the significance (use) of the stick nests verses the leaf nests?

Are tree cavities used by Sherman's fox squirrels at White Oak Plantation?